Hard Skills
AdvancedHand EngravingThe art of using hand-held tools such as gravers or burins to incise patterns, lettering, or designs into precious metals.
IntermediateTool Sharpening and MaintenanceThe ability to grind, sharpen, and polish engraving tools to specific angles and shapes required for different metals and textures.
ExpertMicroscopic PrecisionExecuting intricate designs under a binocular microscope to ensure extreme accuracy and detail in small-scale jewellery pieces.
IntermediateKnowledge of Precious MetalsUnderstanding the physical properties, hardness, and ductility of gold, silver, platinum, and alloys to adjust engraving techniques accordingly.