SILVER III: DIAMOND & STONE SETTING CLASS I
INSTRUCTOR: BRUCE MCKAY
This Beginning Diamond and Stone Setting class begins with tool preparation then moves to setting a basic bright set stone. The technique of the bright set is the basis for almost all diamond settings, once that is mastered other styles can easily be added. After setting one stone, we move on to setting three in a row, then variations from there. Students will learn how to prepare tools for hammer setting bezel set cabochons and set a stone in a thick bezel. Students will learn to hammer set a stone in a very heavy bezel without damage to the stone. Students will also learn to set a simple tube set of a faceted stone on the last day we use our diamond setting gravers to learn engraving as an embellishment to our metalwork. We practice with brass and synthetic stones; all materials and basic tools are provided as part of the cost of the class and the tool kit belongs to the students to take home.
Class Fee: $205
Est Materials Fee: $15+
Consumables Fee: 0
Prerequisites: Minimum of 2 Silver II classes. This is an advanced stone setting, level 3 class.