Gemstone cutting Silver jewellery creating Opal polishing
Turning a stone into a valuable gem
This club is "not for profit" and run by volunteers.
Welcome
At Gold Coast Lapidary Club, we are passionate about educating the public about gemstones and how they can be a part of your story.
Our journey began with a love for gemstones and a commitment to passing on unique skills, which continues to drive us today.
Donations and sponsorship are welcomed.
Club Opening Hours
Monday to Friday 10.00am to 3.00 pm.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday Evenings 6.00pm to 9.00pm.
Saturday 9.00am to 3.00 pm
Cost is $5.00 for 3 hours or $10.00 for a day.
Yearly membership fee is $95.00
Stone Cutting Course
Our experienced instructors will guide you "hands on" throughout the complete process.
Once you cut and shape a stone it turns into a cabochon.
You will be taught how to identify certain aspects of a stone. With this knowledge you can now cut and polish the stone for maxim visual effect.
The workshops at our gem club are fully equipped with all of the necessary machinery for you to indulge in.
Silversmithing Course
Silversmithing Course
With a passion for craftsmanship, Gold Coast Lapidary Club helps you to create bespoke jewellery that tells a story.
Each piece is meticulously designed by you to reflect individuality and elegance. Let the creative in you begin.
This course is offered once a member has completed basic stone cutting.
Faceting Course
Casting and Investing
Silversmithing Course
A facet is a gemstone that has been carefully cut and polished by a special machine to look like a diamond.
With patience you can cut an ordinary stone into a diamond shape.
You can create your own masterpiece at our gem club for a loved one and set it into sterling silver as a gift with a special meaning.
This course is offered once a member has completed basic stone cutting.
Casting and Investing
Casting and Investing
Casting and Investing
The Gold Coast Lapidary Club is very fortunate to have its own investing and casting area which includes machines to help in the making of jewellery pieces from scratch. The casting area at our gem club involves technical skills using vacuum casting equipment as well as an induction heat electric furnace.
This course is offered once a member has completed basic stone cutting.
Opal Polishing
Casting and Investing
Casting and Investing
Our Opal Cutting class, is designated to members who complete the clubs introduction course.
The class is operated under the supervision of our finest, experienced and lovable opal instructor, who is aiming to share the ‘WOW’ moments and enjoyment of cutting and polishing Opal. During class, Opals from South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland are provided and this will be a wonderful opportunity for you to feel and learn how unique and different Opals are.