[Jewelry making - Article 00667] - Re: [Orchid] Casted Vs. Die Struck Jewelry

[Rjtwin]

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    As far as I can see, the die-struck pieces of gold jewelry in retail
    stores are very THIN and use small quantities of metal. Therefore, a
    cost savings on metal. These are usually used in earring jackets
    that are the background for gemstone studs.  The metal die may last
    a thousand times more than your mold and can produce these slim to
    nothing slivers... But the cast piece is an 

    excellent choice for 1mm and up sized work. The cost of a metal die
    may be more, even much more than a mold and casting.  The other
    Orchid folks will probably fill the both of us in on those figures.
    Anyway, do not be fooled by advertisements!!!  A casting is not
    inferior. 

Best wishes, 
june

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