Glossary Blog

Cat's Eye is the name given to a gem which, when cut cabochon, shows a single light streak across its face. It is caused by innumerable parallel inclusions, of minute needle-like crystals or tubular cavities, the sides of which reflect light.

What is Casting Wax - Lost Wax A specially formulated wax used in patterns for casting. See Casting

A blog post with a definition of Casting as it pertains to jewelry manufacture

1. A cartouche is a symmetrical ornamental tablet used in decoration or in engraving. 2. In horology, a porcelain plaque for a clock or a watch dial numeral. 3. A conventional figure, usually symmetrical, enclosing a maker's mark.