Am I crazy to be thinking of setting two turquoise stones with 0.3mm thick brass bezel strip. Can it be done or should I reconsider?
Am I crazy to be thinking of setting two turquoise stones with 0.3mm thick brass bezel strip. Can it be done or should I reconsider?
Hi Sheena,
Brass hardens rapidly when worked, and turquoise marks easily with metal tools, so you would have to have a close fit, keep the bezel edge only just tall enough, and finish it as completely as possible before setting. Don't forget the dental floss when trying in the stone.
In the past, using glue has been a big no no for jewellers, because glues available could not compete with the traditional way.
However as your stone is opaque, you might just consider a little clear Araldite in the base of your bezel cup. If the fit is good, the edge is kept low and it has been pre polished, you might not need to do anything more.
Below is an onyx druzy pendant done in this way, to preserve the crisp edge. Dennis.
They are very unusual and well made. I think you are ready to make a collection of designs and sell them on Etsy actually. Dennis.
Those are lovely Sheena! Even more so because they have been set with a hammer and without glue! You must be chuffed to bits with them.
Jules
Those are so gorgeous and unique! I use 0.4mm brass on turquoise, so far without issue! Glad you succeeded so brilliantly! May I ask why you were concerned?
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