How To Wax Carve A Signet Ring
Anway the method I used was to take a RTV rubber mold of the impression shoot a wax and then construct a ring around the wax injection.
How to wax carve a signet ring. The higher the gold content the softer it becomes. Saved by Sorella Jewelry Studio. Understanding is a seal ring is one where the coat of arms or signet is cut in reverse so that when the impression is left in wax it is a positive.
It is entirely up to you which you choose. Choose your desired thickness and ring size Studio Adorn will send you the kit you send your finished carving back to them in the prepaid envelope provided in your kit they then have your ring cast in sterling silver polish it by hand and then post it back to you. Join me in my studio to learn how to carve a signet ring to get cast into metal.
Ill also demonstrate how to transfer a design and carve details into your ring. Something like a signet ring or one for setting a cab or cameo into. 18ct gold signet rings are rich in colour and will darken with age - whatever carat you choose it will last a lifetime.
The lower the carat the paler the gold will be. This will melt any tiny unwanted bits of wax and they will become part of your overall design. Clean up the piece real well and polish it.
Worked great and the customer still has the. These are waxes of two signet monogram rings. If you pour the wax to be as deep as the ringband is thick carving will be easier.
Youll learn the art of wax carving to create a unique handmade signet ring. Once the crayons have been poured let them cool and then place in the freezer to chill them further. After the workshop your wax ring will be cast in solid recycled silver polished to.