About Ron Snelling

My name is Ron Snelling and I’ve been faceting for 35 years, beginning in 1989. I started this school to help others and share the knowledge. 

This school has come to fruition because so many people have reached out looking for someone to teach them the art of Faceting gemstones. 

This school is for all levels, beginner to advanced.

I named this school DiscoveryStone to create an opportunity for anyone to cut their very own gemstone.

I started my adventure with the Denver Gem & Mineral Guild where the old master would mentor all of us. I bought and used his old machine, a green Prismatic with no dials or indicators, and learned by sight and feel. 1 month later, I bought my first UltraTec from the local dealer and still have it in my fleet. 

Twice a year I demonstrate for the public, in February at the Denver Gem and Mineral Guild show @ the Jefferson County fairgrounds and again in September @ the Denver Gem & Mineral Show at the Westminster Westin.