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A 49-ct. Imperial topaz, Photo © Harold & Erica Van Pelt; Jerry L. Capps' “Kansas Triangle” cut in cubic zirconia, photo by Jerry L. Capps.

COMING UP IN PRINT:
We'll have a profile of gem carver extraodinaire Dalan Hargrave, and we'll bring you that bangle bracelet you've been looking for in Step by Step.

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Feature Story:
Playing With Silver: A Profile of Silversmith Sylvia Youell

Step by Step: Wings of Silver - Pin in Agate and Silver

Lapidary Journal - February 2003
Print Magazine Table of Contents

Features | Step-By-Step | Departments

F E A T U R E S
18	Playing with Silver - JEWELRY PROFILE For Sylvia Youell, working with silver is about having fun with both the creating and the creations. By Liz Kuhns Youell shares the fun in “Wings of Silver” in Step by Step, page 43, and tips on choosing tools online here, in "Basic Pliers".
22	Putting the Sparkle in the Stone - COVER STORY (GEMS) How exactly does a stone get from a lump of rough potential to a finished gem? We give a rundown of the faceting process. By Sharon Elaine Thompson Jerry L. Capps shows off a new faceting design, “Kansas Triangle,” in Step by Step, page 52.
28	Emeralds from the Far North - GEMS/MINING The Yukon has most famously been associated with gold — now it's set to make a name for itself with emeralds. By Morgan Beard
34	Precious? - GEM HISTORY In a sneak preview of his upcoming book, the author examines the enduring fascination that stones have had since prehistoric times, and how the notion of what makes a stone valuable has changed with the times. By Richard W. Wise, G.G.

S T E P . B Y . S T E P
Levels: Beginner: Someone just starting out can complete this project and be happy with the results. Beginner/Intermediate: Someone who has had experience with the material can happily complete this project, but will also learn something new by doing it. Intermediate: A comfortable project for someone who has a good working knowledge of the material. Intermediate/ Advanced: A project for someone who is ready for a more challenging approach to a material they have worked with repeatedly. Advanced: A good project for someone who is confident with the material and has had a lot of experience with the techniques.
43	Finishing Is More About Being Thorough than Through By Tamara L. Honaman, Step by Step Editor
44	Wings of Silver - Agate & Silver Pin An angel pin in agate and silver. By Liz Kuhns and Sylvia Youell BONUS WEB CONTENT: Sylvia Youell shares tips on choosing tools online here, in "Basic Pliers"
48	Woven Hearts A beaded Valentine’s Day choker. By Nicole Campanella
52	Kansas Triangle A triangle cushion facet design. By Jerry L. Capps
56	Casting a Gold Pendant Part IV: Finishing the pendant. By Sara M. Sanford
60	Turning Wax Part III: Carving jewelry waxes for hollowware without using a lathe. By Lee Epperson with Suzanne Wade

D E P A R T M E N T S
4	From the Editor
10	Facets
14	Gemstone Price Index
16	Jewelry Journal Questions, Answers, & Tips
39	Mineral Notes Zircon, by Frederick H. Pough, Ph.D.
63	Product News
64	Product Highlights - Sawblades
65	Media Reviews
66	News & Notices: Classes & workshops, shows, conferences, exhibition opportunities, and industry news.
83	Show Calendar
A D V E R T I S I N G . S E C T I O N S
41	Website Directory
67	Bead Board
75	Tool & Supply Shop
88	Marketplace
91	Classified Advertising
97	Advertisers' Index