HANDCRAFTED RINGS
VO C A B Before we start, I would suggest reading through this vocab list, so you can learn some of the new vocab words that are used in the metalsmithing world.
Anneal
Softening metal by heating it up, after the metal has been work hardened. This technique is also used to make metal more usable when shaping.
Bezel
The wire that wraps around your stone, and keeps it in place.
Blank
The ring blank, or what is commonly referred to as the band, is the portion of the ring that encircles the finger.
Cabochon
A gem that is polished and ready to be set. When searching for loose gems to use in your jewelry this a a key term to use.
Firescale
A layer of oxides that forms on the surface of metals when heated. This is cleaned by using pickle.
Flux
Cleans, coats, and protects the piece and enables the solder to flow easily between the joints when heated.
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