[Jewelry making - Article 00700] - Re: [Orchid] Wax models for faceted stones

[Steven Brixner]

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    Sometimes when I want to make a perfect seat for a particular stone I
    take a piece of heavy metal sheet and cut out a replica of the stone. 
    After I get the basic shape done I solder a heavy wire to the top and
    then use it as a way to hold it and do any finishing.  Generally the
    stone is faceted and if the metal is thick enough I shape the bottom
    to match the profile of the stone below the girdle.  I then heat the
    metal replica and press it carefully into the wax.  I save these
    replicas, and over time have been able to reuse them as is or by
    modifying them slightly. 

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Steven Brixner - Jewelry Designer - San Diego CA USA
mailto:brixner AT att.net
http://www.brixnerdesign.com 

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