[TheForge] jewellery for blacksmiths

[Steve Smith]

Justin, it sounds to me like you need a book that covers a bit of a lot 
of jewelery topics. I'd suggest this one as being very practically oriented:

The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight

Steve

Justin Fellenz wrote:
> All,
> 
> A friend of mine saw the wedding ring I made and asked if I would
> "reshape" the ring she promised her now ex-husband she would never
> sell. I know zero about gold and fine jewellery making (I cut my
> damascus ring on my lathe). Can any of you direct me to a book or other
> source (besides "the internet" or "the library") for information on
> forging jewellery? I understand most rings are cast, so maybe this is a
> non-sequitur. I was picturing a very small anvil or vise with a
> ring-sized mandel on which one could work with chasing hammer, punch,
> and chisel. She wants a hand-hammered look.
> 
> Thoughts?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> JRF
> 
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