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[351] Cold forging of karat gold findings
Cold forging in the karat gold jewelry industry has sometimes been referred to as stamping, coining and die striking. This process has been used throughout history in the making of coins and medals as well as jewelry. Cold forging basics will always be the same as they were during antiquity; however, the fine points are constantly being refined. The process is simply described as forming a finding by using extreme force to drive raw material into a shaped cavity in a steel block. While it may sound simple, there are many subtle conditions that will effect the outcome.... (2002)
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Releated Categories:[Die Forming]

 

[410] Live And Let Die (Struck)
In a manufacturing environment, there are numerous pitfalls and problems that will conspire to prevent successful completion of a job. Some of these problems may be complex and involve highly technical investigations, explanations and resolutions; however, many are basic, avoidable mistakes that are easily remedied.... (2002)
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Show me more articles from: [The World Gold Council]|[Fred Klotz]
Releated Categories:[Jewelry Mass Production]|[Die Forming]

 

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