The jeweler's directory of decorative finishes : [from enameling and engraving to inlay and granulation]
By: Jinks McGrath.
Publisher: KP Books
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Iola, WI
Language: eng
Number of pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9780896891937
Subjects: Jewelry making; Jewelry -- Finishing
Description: A useful reference for jewelers, designers, students, and anyone working with base and precious metals, this is a complete step-by-step guide to the tools, materials, and techniques for creating beautifully decorative finishes for jewelry.
Notes: Subtitle from cover.

"A Quarto book"--T.p. verso.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Directory of effects and techniques; title: Stamps and hammering; title: Rolling-mill texturing; title: Fusing; title: Polished, matt, and satin finishes; title: Etching; title: Patination and oxidization; title: Casting; title: Press forming; title: Reticulation; title: Gold and silver foil; title: Granulation; title: Enameling; title: Engraving; title: Inlay; title: Chasing and repoussé.