Begin bezeling any shape or size stone. Gain expert tips while creating perfect bezels for 3 different shaped projects. Learn how hammers and miniature stakes make bezeling easier.
Required Materials: 22-gauge sterling sheet metal, sterling hard solder, white handy flux. See project for complete list.
Tools Needed: R-1, R-2, and R-3 stakes, H-1 holder, planishing hammer, Brown and Sharp gauge, caliper, tin snips, scribe#2 cut hand (flat)file, oval or round pliers, nylon, hammer, steel block, charcoal block, soldering pick, and torch.. See project for complete list.
Techniques Used: Metalwork.
Originally Published: Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist January 2010.