goldworker

Precious metal craftsman

A goldworker is a craftsperson who makes objects from gold—jewelry, decorative items, or ceremonial pieces.

The term encompasses various specializations: goldsmiths who create fine jewelry, gilders who apply gold leaf, and artisans who work gold into other materials.

The goldworker hammered the metal into delicate filigree.

craft

metalsmith

Craftsperson working with ores

craftsman · apprentice · master · guild · smithy · workshop · workbench · torch · crucible · anvil

techniques

hammering

Striking repeatedly with force

filigree · granulation · casting · forging · polishing · engraving · alloying · burnishing · lost-wax · inlaying

jewelry

rings

Circular bands worn

brooches · pendants · chains · bangles · diadems · filigree · gemstones · settings · clasps · bezels

luxury

opulence

Showy, abundant prosperity

  • wealthAbundance of valuable resources
  • prestigeReputation commanding admiration
  • ornateElaborately decorated

splendor · elegance · grandeur · treasure · precious · bespoke · commissioned · exclusive · heirloom · royal

Opposites
material specialty

goldworkersilversmith

Maker of silver objects

silverworker · coppersmith · tinsmith · ironworker · blacksmith

Family

goldwork, goldworkers

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G