What is the tool that punches decorative shapes in silver, metal or copper for jewelry making and crafts?

10 Jun 2009

10 Jun, 2009 silver jewelry making

I have seen it in the shapes of hearts, flowers, etc. on earrings and necklaces. Not stamped but a hole all the way through.

There are countless dies available, sometimes even available as sets. They are generally on small handles or have an interchangeable handle and are used with a block and mallet to force the die through the metal. The piece with which you're working is placed on the block, I prefer rubber blocks, then the die is placed and the mallet used to apply the force needed to cut the piece.

Most any jewelry supply will have them, online or brick and mortar! I believe Michael's even carries a small selection.

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nickel98...
2009 Jun 10 1

Not too sure but I think its called a cutters press. You should be able to find out from a hobby shop that deals with metal etching and copper punch tools.
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CelticDragon
2009 Jun 10 2

There are countless dies available, sometimes even available as sets. They are generally on small handles or have an interchangeable handle and are used with a block and mallet to force the die through the metal. The piece with which you're working is placed on the block, I prefer rubber blocks, then the die is placed and the mallet used to apply the force needed to cut the piece.

Most any jewelry supply will have them, online or brick and mortar! I believe Michael's even carries a small selection.
References :

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