This tutorial teaches in precise detailed pictorials the steps to follow:
- - Square box collet
- - Filing and seating of shank
- - Setting method is discussed
- This tutorial can be made in a standard smithing workshop. You will need:
- - Metal : silver or gold or other
- - Princess Cut Gemstone : 3 of 4.5mm + 6 of 3mm
The symmetry and design in this gemstone cross ring is mirrored in the square shape of each gemstone.
A square collet is made and then the band collets are made. With the making of this cross ring the focus is on advancing soldering skills and flame control.
Working with exact angles is important in this square design. This tutorial shows simple steps with guaranteed result for the gems to sit at the same height and parallel to each other.
Cross ring set with sqaure princess cut gemstones.