Behind the Scenes
Strength & Precision
Drawing a copper core into a strip of gold – a process that requires both strength and precision.
The Physical Side of Craft
Goldsmithing is not always delicate work. Some stages require real physical effort.
From Wire to Links
The wire is wound around a spindle, ready to be cut into individual links.
Bringing Out the Shine
Link by link, the inside of each one is carefully polished with strips of leather.
Setting the Stone
Setting a stone takes a steady eye, a precise touch and years of experience.
In His Element
After a lifetime of craft, Bernd knows every machine, every tool and every process – and still enjoys being right in the middle of it.