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The Shropshire Lapidary Workshop

Lapidary and Silversmithing Courses.

Learn from experienced Lapidaries

 

John and Helen Hilton (owners of Manchester Minerals Ltd) are pleased to be able to offer Lapidary and Silversmithing Courses at their fully equipped, home workshop in the beautiful Shropshire countryside.

 

What is Lapidary?

Lapidary is the art of gem cutting and in this beginners course you will learn the basic principles of grinding, sanding and polishing your own stones from rough using high quality diamond grinding equipment. This is particularly useful if you are thinking of purchasing equipment and would like to "try before you buy".

For those who would like to complete a finished piece of bespoke jewellery, with or without a gemstone, we have the beginners silversmithing course. You will learn techniques such as piercing, filing, soldering and polishing sterling silver.

For people with specific requirements the courses can be tailored to suit. We offer two consecutive day courses on request and can send details of local hotels and Bed and Breakfasts in the area.

Courses coming soon…..

We look forward to your visit.