SENATE BILL 1311

In 2022, the Idaho Cut was declared to be the official state cut for faceted gemstones. This original design, created by Quincy D Howell, is the newest State Symbol for Idaho.
Left to Right: Drew Howell, Gabe Howell, Journey Howell, Austin Howell, Rick Adams, Donna Howell, Stephen Quincy Howell (eldest son of Quincy D Howell), Governor Little, Aaron Quincy Howell, Sue Ellen Howell, Cheri Henney, Don Henney, Wendy Burdick, Joseph Burdick, Joyce Adams (youngest Daughter of Quincy D Howell), Tina Burdick, Benn Brocksome, Peyton Nunes, Representative Megan Blanksma
Governor Little signing Bill 1311 into law
Left to Right: Aaron Quincy Howell, Benn Brocksome, Stephen Quincy Howell (eldest son of Quincy D Howell), Joyce Adams (youngest Daughter of Quincy D Howell)
Bill 1311 - The Idaho Cut - signed into law

SENATE BILL 1311:

This legislation declares the patented “Idaho Cut” to be a state symbol and the official state cut for faceted gemstones. This designation honors the legacy of Quincy Douglas Howell (1908-1992). A remarkable American, WWII Air Force Officer, and Idahoan who became one of the top five experts in the faceting world who named his most prized patent the “Idaho cut.”
Supported by:Senator Lori Den HartogRepresentative Megan Blanksma
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