This ring is the result of some 1:1 teaching that I have recently provided over a couple of sessions. There’s a lot to learn from this relatively simple exercise.
- selection of metal – sterling &/or fine
- soldering – hard , medium and easy all used
- twisting of wire
- rolling of wire
- use of the piercing saw
- work hardening
- firescale
- sizing
- polishing
- stone selection – shapes and types
- stone setting/ burnishing
- milligrain wheels
- assay requirements
Plenty to talk about – maybe too much to remember. Repetition helps.