Making the bezel
Article Abstract:
A five-step guide to making a bezel for a bezel-set pendant is presented. All metals must be annealed and the maker's sterling stamp or hallmark applied to the silver sheet. A sharp bend can be made by filing a notch at the midpoint of the square wire strip, after which the wire is dipped, fluxed and wired to the bezel.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1998
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It's got to have soul
Article Abstract:
Jewelry designer Cathleen Bunt instills an intelligent, dynamic and creative force in her works. Her art reflects a spiritual link which is balanced by the business sense that her designs reach a wide market without compromising her creativity. Bunt uses 18k gold in her designs modified in various ways.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1999
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Making the stone-setting assembly, the inner shank, & the outer shank
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A seven-step guide for making the stone-setting assembly, the inner shank and the outer shank of double-layered shank rings is presented. Jewelers are reminded to work in a well-ventilated area and to wear safety goggles and dusk and fume mask when soldering, sanding and buffing.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1999
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