Five Star Gift Ideas

For Mother's Day, you can surprise your grandma with a unique and thoughtful gift related to her interest in gem cutting. Here are a few ideas:

1. Gemstone Identification Chart: Your grandma may have collected many gemstones over the years, but might not be sure what each one is. A gemstone identification chart will help her identify the gemstones she has.

2. Lapidary Equipment: You can gift your grandma a lapidary kit that includes all the tools and equipment necessary to cut and polish gemstones. This will allow her to continue enjoying her hobby and possibly even create her own jewelry.

3. Customized Gemstone Jewelry: There are many online jewelers who specialize in customized gemstone jewelry. You can gift your grandma a piece of jewelry that includes a gemstone of her choice. It could be a necklace, bracelet, or earrings. You could also consider having the gemstone set in a piece of jewelry that has significance or is sentimental to your grandma.

4. Gemstone Book: There are many books available that will provide your grandma with more in-depth knowledge about gemstones. A book such as "Gem Cutting: A Lapidary's Manual" by John Sinkankas or "Gemstone Buying Guide" by Renee Newman will certainly be appreciated.

5. Subscription to Lapidary Journal: Lapidary Journal is a magazine that focuses on topics related to gemstones and jewelry-making. You could gift your grandma a subscription to this magazine, as it will keep her updated on the latest information related to her hobby.

Or you can get her a star map with an important date you share.