CBJ Finishing and Polishing

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of tripoli compound in jewelry finishing?

Accepted Answer

To cut and remove surface scratches before final polishing

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To apply a final high-gloss mirror finish

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To degrease the metal surface before soldering

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To create an oxidized patina on silver

Question 2

Which type of polishing wheel is best suited for applying rouge compound?

Accepted Answer

Muslin or cotton buff wheel

Answer

Sisal wheel

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Wire brush wheel

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Rubber abrasive wheel

Question 3

What does a 'satin finish' look like on jewelry?

Accepted Answer

A fine-grained, non-reflective brushed surface

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A high-gloss, mirror-like reflective surface

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A deeply hammered textured appearance

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An aged, darkened appearance in recessed areas

Question 4

What is the correct sequence of abrasive grits when hand-sanding a jewelry piece?

Accepted Answer

Coarse to fine

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Fine to coarse, then medium

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Any order depending on the metal type

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Medium to coarse, then fine

Question 5

What is the advantage of using a flex shaft machine for finishing jewelry?

Accepted Answer

It provides precision control for detail work and hard-to-reach areas

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It eliminates the need for polishing compounds

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It can polish multiple pieces simultaneously

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It generates heat to anneal the metal during polishing

Question 6

Which polishing compound produces the finest, highest-gloss finish on gold and silver?

Accepted Answer

Rouge

Answer

Tripoli

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Pumice powder

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Emery compound

Question 7

What is the main purpose of using a burnisher in jewelry finishing?

Accepted Answer

To work-harden and create a bright surface by compressing the metal

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To remove excess solder from joints

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To apply chemical patina to recessed areas

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To clean flux residue after soldering