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Hardstone carving is a general term in art history and archaeology for the artistic carving of predominantly semi-precious stones (but also of gemstones), such as jade, rock crystal (clear quartz), agate, onyx, jasper, serpentinite, or carnelian, and for an object made in this way. Tools & Equipment for Carving A flex shaft tool such as a Dremel with flex shaft attachment or a Foredom. Diamond burs in various shapes, sizes and grits. Diamond paste in grits 325 – 100,000 Stiff bristle brushes on a mandrel ¼” Felt wheels on a mandrel 1/8” hard wood dowel from the craft store
