Creating a ring Manfred Karner Designer Jewellery Studio |
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White gold nuggets are placed in a crucible, which is made of eggshell and can withstand extreme heat. |
| Step 2 |
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Using a Melting torch, the white gold is then melted. |
| Step 3 |
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The white gold is then poured into an ingot. |
| Steps 4 & 5 |
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The white gold is taken out of the ingot and is ready to be worked with. |
| Step 6 |
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The white gold bar is rolled in a rolling mill to get the desired shape and size. (As seen on picture 7) |
| Step 7 |
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Overview of all the components that are used to make the desired piece of jewellery. |
| Step 8 - 12 |
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The gold is then bent, cut, sized, hammered and manufactured to achieve the different shapes needed to complete the piece of jewellery. |
| Step 13 - 14 |
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All the gold components are soldered together and stamped to indicate the type of metal. The diamond is then set into the claws of the ring. |
| Step 15 |
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The ring is polished to create a shiny finish. |
| Step 16 - 17 |
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The ring is completed and ready for the client. |
| Step 18 |
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Do not attempt to try this at home. |
