goldsmiths

Precious metal artisans

Goldsmiths are craftspeople who work with gold, making jewelry, decorative objects, and other fine metalwork.

Historically, goldsmiths also functioned as bankers—customers deposited gold for safekeeping and received receipts that became early forms of paper money.

The ring was made by local goldsmiths.

craft

anvil

Metal-shaping block

hammerTool for striking nails
forgeFurnace for shaping metal
tongsHinged grasping utensil

chisel · soldering · workbench · crucible · mandrel · goldbeating · lost-wax · casting · annealing · alloying

technique

filigree

Delicate twisted-wire ornamentation

chasingFollowing to catch
engravingCarving into hard surfaces
hammeringStriking repeatedly with force

polishing · etching · inlay · granulation · piercing · enameling · bezel setting · embossing · texturing · dapping

trade

guild

Professional mutual-aid society

apprenticeLearner bound to employer
masterAuthority or controller
journeymanQualified trade worker

workshop · commission · patron · hallmark · touchstone · livery company · atelier · bespoke · artisan · craftsman

materials

silver

Lustrous white precious metal

platinumDense precious silvery metal
gemstonesPolished ornamental minerals
diamondsPrecious crystallized carbon

pearls · sapphire · ruby · emerald · amethyst · alloy · ore · bullion · vermeil · gilding

jewelry

necklace

Neck-worn ornament

braceletOrnamental wrist band
earringsJewelry worn on lobes
pendantSuspended jewelry ornament

ring · brooch · tiara · cufflinks · locket · choker · bangle · anklet · diadem · torque

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