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Lapidary Arts
Royal Gemstar's lapidary artists
work exclusively with the finest color gemstones. Each precious
stone is carefully matched then custom French-cut using the same
techniques perfected by turn of the century European lapidaries.
Upon finishing the labor-intensive cutting and polishing stage,
our talented craftsmen work with equal care to set these fine precious
stones securely in a Royal Gemstar handcrafted ring, so they may be enjoyed
and cherished for generations to come.
Hand-Milgraining
The finishing touches are what have
elevated Royal Gemstar's vintage-inspired jewelry above the ordinary
and into the realm of wearable art. Like the renowned platinumsmiths
of 1920's Paris, Royal Gemstar's elite team of precious metal artisans specialize
in the time-honored tradition of hand-milgraining-a meticulous craft
that imprints every piece with an exquisite pattern, reflecting
the fanciful moment it was created. As a painter works his canvas,
Royal Gemstar's master milgrainers work their platinum and 18K gold towards
a dazzling finish, a one-of-a-kind work of art. Adored for a lifetime.
Hand-Engraving
Hand-engraving at Royal Gemstar
follows in the footsteps of those European craftsmen who created
precious heirlooms for their royal clientele. Our graver tools are
continually inspected, lubricated, and sharpened to ensure crisp,
burr-free, permanent lines. And our artisans take great pride in
producing engraved designs whose depth and brightness no machine
can match. Even laser and die cutting appear artificial when compared
to fine jewelry engraved by a hand of a Royal Gemstar artisan. That is why
leading designers around the world will accept nothing less than
hand-engraving to finish their fine jewelry.
Hand-Filigree
At Royal Gemstar every stage of
the manufacturing process is done with the same level of artistry
and care. The first stage is often traditional hand-filigree, a
painstaking method whereby a strand of platinum or 18K gold is pulled
to a precise thickness and length, flattened evenly, set into the
negative spaces of the gallery of the piece, then finely welded
so it appears suspended in space. The result is a delicate lace
pattern reminiscent of fine antique embroidery, one that enhances
the beauty of any ring.
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