Mounting and Setting Stones
Author | : Sonia Cheadle |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 128 |
Release | : 2021-11-11 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781789940992 |
ISBN-13 | : 1789940990 |
Rating | : 4/5 (990 Downloads) |
Download or read book Mounting and Setting Stones written by Sonia Cheadle and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-11-11 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential guide to mounting and setting stones for all levels. Design & Make: Mounting and Setting Stones is a clear and practical introduction to mount construction and the processes of stone setting. Suitable for both the student and the practising jeweller wanting to learn new skills, this book explains how different stones and cuts relate to their mounts. Easy-to-follow, illustrated explanations describe each setting style, including tension, claw, gypsy, pavé and rub-over styles, with step-by-step instructions on how to fix the stone in place. With beautiful examples of work from professional jewellers, a detailed look at mount construction and a useful section on specialist tools and techniques, this guide reveals the skills and methods required for successful mounting and setting.