“The Practical Gold-Worker” is a comprehensive handbook designed for goldsmiths and jewellers, containing information on alloying, melting, reducing, colouring, collecting, refining, and much more. Clearly written and beginner-friendly, this volume is ideal for students and apprentices. Contents include: “Gold; Its History and Sources of Supply”, “Properties of Gold”, “Various Qualities and Alloys of Gold”, “Melting and Rolling”, “Coining”, “Manufactured Articles – Locket-Making”, “Solid W...

The Silversmith's Handbook: Containing Full Instructions for the Alloying and Working of Silver is a comprehensive and authoritative guide for both novice and experienced silversmiths, first published in the 19th century. This classic manual delves deeply into every aspect of the silversmith’s craft, offering detailed, step-by-step instructions on the processes of alloying, melting, and refining silver, as well as the various techniques required to shape, decorate, and finish silver object...