While we were browsing the internet looking at beautiful rings we noticed that many people are using a few terms for metal-smithing techniques interchangeably. If you are finding this confusing, you are not alone. Never fear, we are here to set the record straight. Filigree is the process of coiling and bending tiny threads and beads of metal into ornate patterns and soldering them together or onto another metal surface. The term comes from the Latin word filum - meaning thread, and granum - meaning grain. Milgrain refers to the delicate edging of tiny indents and bumps that jewelers sometimes apply to the borders of a design using a "knurling" tool. It is a great way to add a bit of intimate detail to your ring. Sometimes milgrain is incredibly tiny and delicate, sometimes it is so large it can look like a row of beads along an edge. The word milgrain is a literal translation of a French word meaning 'a thousand grains.' Engraving is when the jeweler cuts grooves into the surface of your ring to create images or patterns. Relief is much like engraving but instead of simply carving a pattern into the surface, in a relief the background is deeply cut away to leave a raised surface which is then carefully engraved. The end result is a is much more three dimensional effect. Don't worry, there isn't going to be a quiz. If you have any questions about the techniques or rings you see here please don't hesitate to get in touch with us!
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4/10/2025 01:34:11 am
This blog is super helpful! I had no idea what filigree even was before. Definitely bookmarking this for future reference when I'm finally ready to pick out a ring!
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4/10/2025 05:47:40 pm
Wow, this blog is a lifesaver! I had no clue about jewelry terms like filigree. This is super helpful for when I finally start looking at rings. Bookmarking it!
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4/15/2025 11:48:37 pm
This blog is a total game-changer! I was totally clueless about these jewelry terms. Seriously gonna save me some stress when I finally shop for a ring. Thanks!
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5/2/2025 05:34:28 am
This blog is seriously a lifesaver! I had zero clue what filigree was before, but now I kinda feel like a jewelry expert, haha. Def gonna come back when I'm finally ready to buy a ring!
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5/2/2025 07:11:26 am
Okay, this blog is seriously awesome! I had no idea what any of those jewelry terms meant. Definitely saving this for when I start ring shopping. Thanks, Little Bird!
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5/18/2025 05:31:22 am
Def gonna come back when I'm finally ready to buy a ring!
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