Casting/Finishing

A method of shaping metal by melting and then pouring into a hollow mold. Jewelers use the process of casting to create the metal portions of jewelry pieces, for everything from rings to watches to bracelets to pendants of gold, silver, and platinum.

Finishing is a process of adding the final touches to a piece of jewelry. This term loosely includes a number of different techniques, from polishing to the application of chemicals in processes such as oxidation. The goal of finishing is to drastically alter the final look of a piece of jewelry.