Topaz Crystal III : Faceting Design Diagram
Successful tips and guide on Faceting Designs. Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this one is called "Topaz Crystall III"
Topaz (Swiss, Electric, London Blue, Imperial, White, Yellow, Pink, Champange)
Topaz Crystal III (TOPAZ6.JRG)
By Jeff R. Graham
Copyright 1993
70% Light Return
Angles for R.I. = 1.62
87 facets + 16 facets on girdle = 103
2-fold, mirror-image symmetry
96 index
L/W = 1.428 T/W = 0.876 T/L = 0.613
P/W = 0.477 C/W = 0.213
H/W = (P+C)/W+0.02 = 0.710
P/H = 0.672 C/H = 0.300
Vol./W^3 = 0.369
Addition # 2 - This design makes a good large oval in any material, but it is not easy to cut. But if you like ovals, it has nice flash and light return. The cutting will keep you out of trouble for quite a while, 4-18cts.
Random - Cosine - ISO
Detailed faceting instructions by Jeff Graham available at The Rock Peddler
Jeff R. Graham
The late Jeff Graham was a prolific faceter, creator of many original faceting designs, and the author of several highly-regarded instructional faceting books such as Gram Faceting Designs.
Related Articles
Topaz Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Faceting Made Easy, Part 4: Pavilion Cutting and Polishing
Top Spots for Gem Hunting in the US
Colorful Options: Choosing Topaz Engagement Ring Stones
Never Stop Learning
When you join the IGS community, you get trusted diamond & gemstone information when you need it.
Get Gemology Insights
Get started with the International Gem Society’s free guide to gemstone identification. Join our weekly newsletter & get a free copy of the Gem ID Checklist!