Rock Tumbler

The Philippines particularly the island of Panay is endowed with different minerals and gemstones like Agate, Carnelian, Jasper, Jade, Petrified wood, Onyx and a lot of chalcedony. Having some knowledge of gemstone polishing and identification which I have learned from my travel in East Africa, I consider this an opportunity to promote my my province through arts and crafts using precious gemstones which can be made into colorful accessories and fine jewelries.

To start with, rock tumbling is the easiest thing to do for first time crafter and gemstone lovers. Rock tumbling could be done by anyone who has the passion for gemstones. All you need to do is a  Rock Tumbler complete with polishing grits. One of the limitations in rock tumbling for hobbyist in the Philippines is the lack of lapidary supplies in the local market. I had been trying for the past two years looking for suppliers of lapidary machines in the Philippines which can help me pursue my passion for gemstone crafting but unfortunately I  found none . I have decided therefore to buy and sell lapidary equipment in order to help my fellow hobbyist in the Philippines realize their passion for gemstone through Rock Tumbling as a beginning.

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The package includes :

I sell a complete package of Gemstone/Rock Tumbler for starters. No experience needed but a deep passion for crafting. Each package includes the following:

 

Package A: Double Barrel Tumbler:Php 13,500

Package B: Single Barrel Tumbler:Php 16,000

(1) Stage 1 -#80 Silicon Carbide - 500 grams

(2) Stage 2 -#220 Silicon Carbide for Medium Grind 500 grams

(3) Stage 3 -#600 Silicon Carbide for Sanding/Pre-  Polish - 500 grams

(4) Final Stage - Cerium Oxide for Polishing - 250 grams

Extras to the Package:

 1 Kilogram of assorted rough gemstone includes Jasper, Quartz, Petrified wood, agate,carnelian a few garnet and ruby.

NOTE: Standard Shipping takes 1-2 months upon order confirmation unless expedite for a shorter period. Item sells from Antique, Philippines

Cord Bracelets with Gemstones

 Cord  & Silver Charm Gemstone  Bracelet

Item Description:

Charm : Rhodolite Garnet
Metal Setting : Sterling Silver
Bracelet : Waxed cords
Price/item : USD10  ( Php 450)+ Shipping Charges




Items are made of waxed cord in multiple colors, natural tumbled polished rhodolite garnet gemstone from East Africa. The charm is set using sterling silver and made into colorful bracelets using macrame.


Items are perfect for unisex adults and kids. I offer color variations for custom made order.

        

   

Gemstone silver pendants

                                 

                                                       

Name of Stone : Picture Jasper
Origin : Antique, Philippines
Setting :Silver
Price : Php 600 (US$15)

Name of Stone : Black Onyx
Origin : Antique, Philippines
Setting :Silver
Price : Php 700 (US$17)

Green Turqouise Silver Necklace

 Item Description: Green Turqouise Silver Necklace

Origin: Antique, Philippines
Stone Description: Bluish Green Turquoise
Stone Weight: ( gram approx) 10.76 w/silver
Metal Setting: Pure silver 
Price: $24

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This stone was first purchased rough from a stone collector in Antique who said this turqouise is a powerful stone and seldom could be found in the rivers where he would search more of his collections. So to preserve its beauty, I decided to cut and polished it and ended up with such nice cabochon..  It seems to me though that the stone is worth more than its natural  beauty, I thought of setting it into a pendant with pure silver. The outcome is what you see now. 

The stone is greenish blue with luster slightly lesser than an agate when polished.  Elegant necklace for a beautiful you! 

Turquoise is perhaps the oldest stone in man’s history, the talisman of kings, shamans, and warriors. It is a stone of protection, strong and opaque, yet soothing to the touch, healing to the eye, as if carved from an azure heaven and slipped to earth. Its unique shade of blue, often blue-green, lends it name, Turquoise, to all things of this tranquil hue. The delicate veining or mottled webbing in cream or brown is inherent to the stone and serves to enhance its character.

Tibetan Turquoise, or Chinese Turquoise, is green and carries a slightly different vibration than the more vivid blue.  As jewelry it is worn by men and women alike, and considered a promise of fidelity and protectiveness to a lover or partner.

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Spinel and Silver Charm Bracelet

Item Description:

Origin: Tanzania, Africa
Stone Description: Pink Spinel Pyramid Cut
Stone Weight: ( carat approx) 3.0+
Metal Setting: Pure silver and brown cord
Price: $48  

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Note:

This item is available for shipping one day (1) from the date of purchased at the cost of buyer. I shipped through LBC or post. Tracking number is provided so you can track your shipment. Any items lost in transit is not refundable, however there was never an instance yet.:-).

For international buyers, shipping cost would vary depending on your location. I always give consideration especially for those who are buying more than 2 items that exceeds USD200. Please contact me HERE.

Stone History

On one of my local travels in Africa, I was able to meet few friends who were selling stones. This was attached in a white marble stone. It was big enough but not of facet quality so I decided to cut it into a cabochon but in order to save the good portion of the stone, I decided to cut it into a free-form following the good part. Luckily, i ended up making a pyramid!  The bright color glows from inside and around the base you can still see the streaks and hazy part. The pink color is deep which makes the stone looks appealing.  The way the stone is set is recyclable into a ring or pendant in case you opt to change later. 






HEALING AND CHARM PROPERTIES

Spinel is a stone that can bring high energy to all efforts and all realms. In the outer world, spinel is used to attract money, wealth and prosperity.  It can also be used to bring vitality to any endeavor.

With its stabilizing effect as a Root Chakra stone, spinel can also bring a soothing sense of calm in the midst of high energy or challenging situations. It is also a lovely stone for reducing stress and relieving depression as well as encouraging one to move toward one's best blessings even if it may appear difficult.  Read MORE....

Natural Ruby Cabochon Unisex Silver Ring

Item Description

Origin: Tanzania, Africa
Stone Description: Pinkish Ruby Cabochon
Stone Weight:( approx carat) 6.0+
Metal Setting: Pure silver
Ring Size: 6 ( can be adjusted to your fitting)
Price: $65

Note:
This item is available and can be shipped in 1 day from purchased at the buyers expense. For domestic shipment, please contact me HERE.

For international buyers shipping cost would vary depending on your location. Please contact me HERE.

The Journey Behind

The item is a natural and genuine pinkish Ruby originally mined, cut and polished in Tanzania, East Africa. I personally cut and polished the stone into a  cabochon when I was living in Africa.  The stone did not undergo any kind of treatment to appear nice and flawless therefore you can still see some tiny streaks  on closer look. The stone is set in pure silver.  What you see in the stone is basically its natural color as it was mined.

Ruby is a corundum family in pinkish to pigeon red color. Corundum in other colors apart from Red-Pinkish red is referred to as Sapphire. The African Ruby is lighter in hue than the Rubies found in Asia so sometimes it is also called Pink Sapphire. 

Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July.

HEALING AND CHARM PROPERTIES

Ruby encourages passion and a zest for life.  It improves motivation and setting of realistic goals.  Balances the heart and instills confidence.  Ruby encourages joy, spontaneity, laughter and courage.  It promotes positive dreams and stimulates the pineal gland.  Aids in retaining wealth and passion.  Ruby encourages removal of negative energies from your path.  It overcomes exhaustion and lethargy and imparts potency and vigor.  Calms hyperactivity.

Ruby detoxifies the body, blood and lymphatic system.  It treats fevers, infectious disease and restricted blood flow.  Ruby stimulates the adrenals, kidneys, reproductive organs and spleen. Read MORE...




My Own Ruby Ring

I wear a Ruby ring for several years now because someone told me that the stone has innate power to hinder negative forces in entering your life so you feel more relaxed, and confident because no matter how difficult the situation is, you are able to overcome it with the right attitude and outlook. Success seems easy to come it seems. I no wonder why the ancient people use it as a powerful charm.

It might not be true but as for me, it works and so I have two stones in my fingers, the Tanzanite as my birthstone for December ( rare blue stone originally from the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro) and my lovely tiny Winza Star Ruby.

Yellow Sapphire Cabochon Unisex Ring

Item Description:

Origin: Tanzania, Africa
Stone Description:   Natural  Silky Yellow Sapphire Cabochon
Stone weight (carat approx): 8 carats
Metal Setting: Silver 
Price: $65

This item is a natural and genuine yellow sapphire cabochon originally mined in East Africa, cut and polished then set in pure silver unisex ring.
The stone did not undergo any kind of treatment to appear nice and flawless. What you see is basically the color of the stone as it was mined. 

Sapphire is a corundum in other colors apart from red which is already called Ruby. Sapphire is the birthstone for the month of September.

HEALING AND CHARM PROPERTIES.
Known as the "wisdom stone", each color of Sapphire brings its own particular wisdom. It releases mental tension, depression, unwanted thoughts and spiritual confusion.
Yellow Sapphire attracts wealth and brings prosperity to the home.

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Necklace - Brecciated Jasper in coin metal setting and silver chain .

Item Description

Stone Description: Natural  Brecciated Jasper

Origin: Antique, Philippines

Stone Weight (approx.): 5.0

Metal Setting : Tin and Zinc with pure silver chain.

Price: $22 ( Php 968)

Note:  Shipment is shouldered by the buyer. Price may vary depending on the country of destination. For domestic buyers, contact me HERE

STONE HISTORY

This stone was originally gotten from the river of Antique, Philippines. I personally cut and polished the stone so I can assure its ingenuity.

The metal setting around the stone is made from an old peso coin and the chain is made from pure silver.

HEALING AND CHARM PROPERTIES 

In general, Jasper is known as the “supreme nurturer”.  It sustains and supports during times of stress, and brings tranquility and wholeness. 

Brecciated Jasper is a stone of strength and vitality.  It can be used to bring mental clarity and focus to a previously scattered event, experience or life in general. 

A detoxifying stone, Brecciated Jasper promotes health and healing/recovery from illness.  Brecciated Jasper is a wonderful grounding stone which can assist those who feel overwhelmed when it comes to the task of organization.

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Rough Green Tourmalline Necklace

Item Description:

Origin: Mozambique, Africa
Stone Description:  Rough Green Tourmalline-  Crystal clear
Stone weight (carat): 3.60
Metal Setting: Silver and silver chain
Price: $40

Note:  Shipment is shouldered by the buyer. Price may vary depending on the country of destination. For domestic buyers, contact me HERE.

This item is SOLD.

I personally bought this stone in Tanzania from a person who was travelling from Mozambique.  Some of the tourmallines were yellow, pink, deep green, chrome and champagne all of crystal quality.

HEALING & CHARM PROPERTIES

Tourmaline is a crystal silicate mineral and a variety of Quartz.Tourmaline is an 8th Anniversary gemstone.It aids in understanding oneself and others.  It promotes self-confidence and diminishes fear.  Tourmaline attracts inspiration, compassion, tolerance and prosperity.  It balances the right-left sides of the brain.  Helps treat paranoia, overcomes dyslexia and improves hand-eye coordination.  Tourmaline releases tension, making it helpful for spinal adjustments.  It balances male-female energy within the body.  Enhances energy and removes blockages. Read more