[Jewelry making - Article 00507] - [Orchid] Letter etching

[James Benson]

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    I'm seeking to have some letter etching done on large sheets of
    silver for various types of jewelry; earrings, pins, bracelets and
    necklaces. I play to have this done by a professional shop if
    possible. The general idea would be to etch the type, achieve a
    black patina in the etched portions with liver of sulpher, and then
    cut into various components and pieces. 

    I'm trying to determine what kinds of type would work best,
    specifically just how much variation there can be in the widths of
    the markings. I understand that at some point you have to worry
    about the acid undercutting the resist. 

    For the pins that would have smaller type sizes, I would probably
    use something where the letters had uniform width throughout, such
    as an Ariel, somewhere between 9 and 12 point. When I started
    getting into larger type, I might want something with a more
    interesting visual appeal, like some of the scripts, or perhaps
    something like Curlz. What is a good rule of thumb for figuring what
    will work out? 

    Also, what gauge silver can I work with? I'm thinking of 18 gauge
    for BE squares for earrings, bracelet components and necklace
    components; but pins may need to be lighter in order not to make
    clothing sag. 

Thank you
Jim Benson


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