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[395] Prong Setting Round Brilliants Using AllSet Quick Change Adapter Kits
For setting round brilliant gemstones in prongs, many setters and bench jeweler generalists use a 90 degree low speed bearing bur to cut a bearing in one prong at a time. This procedure is made easy by using the Foredom AllSet with the easy cut prong guide covered in this article because it offers systematic controls for cutting prongs at a higher rate of proficiency. For this example a 90 degree low speed bur will be used to bur individual prongs at a controlled height and depth of cut using a Foredom #52 Quick Change Handpiece and the Foredom AllSet #52 Quick Change Adapter Kit..... (2004)
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Show me more articles from: [Visual Communications]|[Mark B. Mann]
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[249] Royal Flush
The tables of the stones are set even with the metal surface in a modified bezel. This is where the name 'Flush Set' derives from; as the stones are set flush with the metal. Flush setting is an advanced setting procedure. Precise craftsmanship must be executed throughout the process to accomplish the desired look.... (2003)
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Show me more articles from: [BWSimon]|[Bradney W. Simon]
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[735] Setting a CZ in Enamel - An Effect of Stress in Enameling
This report will describe means for setting a CZ gem in enamel, producing a ring and a medallion with a gem setting without claws. The 6-mm CZ is the center of attention of an anodized titanium ring. The gem is set within the protective confines of two peaks.... (2005)
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Show me more articles from: [Glass on Metal]|[V.C. Larson]
Releated Categories: [Enameling]|[Stone Setting]
ISBN: B00007LNCO

 

[646] Setting Gemstones in Wax
The one of the most revolutionary advance in recent years, apart from the Laser soldering, is the method of "Setting Stones in Wax". It has "freed" up many impossible designs and allowing the manufacturer to forge ahead and create many difficult setting projects. Otherwise, that company might have had to re-design their ideas and to have the stones hand set. A jewellery company can now replicate each design with the same degree of accuracy and professionalism.... (2005)
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Show me more articles from: [Gemz]|[Gerald N. Lewy]
Releated Categories: [Stone Setting]|[Wax Working]

 

[261] Some suggested tools for gem setting
This article lists the basic tools someone learning stonesetting might want to have around. One would of course add to this list..... (2002)
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Show me more articles from: [Brain Press Publications]|[Charles Lewton-Brain]
Releated Categories: [Tools]|[Stone Setting]

 

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