polish-gemstone

Polish cut gemstones to final finish using progressive abrasive sequences. Covers pre-polish sanding, polishing compounds, lap selection, and quality assessment for both cabochons and faceted stones. Use when a cabochon or faceted stone has completed cutting and is ready for polishing, selecting the correct compound and lap for a specific species, troubleshooting a polish that will not reach full lustre (orange peel, haze, scratches), or re-polishing a stone with surface wear.