My interest in stones goes back many years although I have only recently (7 years) decided to actually do something about it and become a faceter. During that time I have cut several hundred stones starting early on with gifts to family members and friends and now selling to other jewelers and craftspersons. I cut both natural and lab-created material in stone sizes up to 60cts and specialize in cuts bearing an image in the bottom. My wife,Sandra, is an accomplished silversmith. She also does stone setting for me and her own cabs.; -