Creating a ring

Step 1

White gold nuggets are placed in a crucible, which is made of eggshell and can withstand extreme heat.

Step 2

Using a Melting torch, the white gold is then melted.

Step 3

The white gold is then poured into an ingot.

Steps 4 & 5

The white gold is taken out of the ingot and is ready to be worked with.

Step 6

The white gold bar is rolled in a rolling mill to get the desired shape and size. (As seen on picture 7)

Step 7

Overview of all the components that are used to make the desired piece of jewellery.

Step 8 - 12

The gold is then bent, cut, sized, hammered and manufactured to achieve the different shapes needed to complete the piece of jewellery.

Step 13 - 14

All the gold components are soldered together and stamped to indicate the type of metal. The diamond is then set into the claws of the ring.

Step 15

The ring is polished to create a shiny finish.

Step 16 - 17

The ring is completed and ready for the client.

Step 18

Do not attempt to try this at home.