unpolished stones

**Jodie** · 13-04-2010, 07:25 PM

does anyone know where I could buy unpolished stones?

**Dennis** · 13-04-2010, 07:54 PM

The short answer is to look up Rock "n" Gem shows. There are usually bargains to be had and a lapidary section. Kind regards Dennis.

**Gemma** · 13-04-2010, 07:56 PM

Kernowcraft, manchester minerals, UKGE are the ones I know about. What plans do you have?

**Jodie** · 14-04-2010, 05:24 PM

I'm after some "rough around the edges" semi- precious stones for setting. A friend recently asked me make some adjustments to an aqauamarine bracelet she bought in Sri Lanka. It has a lovely imperfect and rustic charm about it. All the stones I have used before and seen online have been cut and polished and now I can't rest til I find what I want!