This course provides an introduction to core stone setting skills with GRS equipment. Students will work with a range of practice plates and practice rings to develop control, consistency, and tool handling techniques, as well as an overview of gemstones, including shapes and anatomy. This class also includes instruction and hands-on practice in prong, flush, bead, and channel setting techniques using round and princess cut stones.
Participants will learn how to set up and use the tools, prepare gravers, layout stones, and apply techniques consistently and effectively. This course is intended for first-time stone setters or those preparing for more advanced training. Course content may vary slightly depending on the instructor.
Course Info
Kevin Biehn
Adam Guzzon
06/01-06/05
08/17-08/21
Objectives
- Correct setup of GRS equipment
- Operation of common classroom tools
- Graver sharpening, theory, and geometry
- Bur overview and uses
- Gem overview, shapes and anatomy
- Surface preparation for engraving or stone setting
- How to utilize the microscope
- Proper use of workholding fixtures and devices for stone setting
- Business practices and pricing work (varies by instructor)
- Layout techniques for round stones
- Round stone fitting and seat preparation
- Basic prong, flush, bead, and channel setting techniques using round stones
- Channel setting and prong setting for Princess cut stones
Class Project(s)
- 6 prong pinwheel practice ring
- 4 prong pinwheel practice ring
- 4 prong pinwheel for princess cut
- Brass channel ring for round stones
- Brass channel ring for princess cut
- Practice plates
- Nickel silver key tag
Prerequisites
No prerequisites
Cancellation/Transfer Policy
We reserve your seat upon receipt of course deposit. To transfer or cancel your reservation, notify GRS at least 30 days before the class start date to transfer deposit or receive a refund, less $50. Deposits are not transferrable or refundable less than 30 days before the course start date. If you have any questions about this information, please do not hesitate to call us! We would be glad to help you. Call 800-835-3519, Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM.
Please note: Course information subject to change without notice. Example images may not show exact techniques, methods, designs, etc., taught or demonstrated in course.
