If I had a hammer
Article Abstract:
The use of hammers in the manufacture of jewelry, to raise vessels, form bracelets, size up or round out ring bands, hallmark silver and gold, texture surfaces, and upset rivets is discussed. The different types of hammers based not as much on the shape and size of the hammer but what it is being used for are described.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2004
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Hammer time
Article Abstract:
The methods of using different kinds of hammers to design jewelry are described by Tim McCreight and Christine Dhein.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2006
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What's a cushion cut, really?
Article Abstract:
The methods of identifying the various styles of cutting gemstones while designing jewelry are described.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2006
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