Jewelry Design Jewelry 2

Question 1

Which metal alloy is most commonly used in jewelry making due to its balance of durability and workability?

Accepted Answer

Sterling silver (92.5% silver)

Answer

Sterling silver (92.5% silver alloyed with copper) is most common because pure silver is too soft for everyday wear.

Question 2

In jewelry design, what does the term 'pavé setting' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Small stones set closely together covering a surface

Answer

Pavé setting involves setting many small stones close together with minimal visible metal, creating a 'paved' surface of gems.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of annealing metal during jewelry fabrication?

Accepted Answer

To restore softness and workability after work-hardening

Answer

Annealing involves heating metal to relieve internal stress and restore ductility after it has become work-hardened.

Question 4

Which gemstone has the highest hardness rating on the Mohs scale?

Accepted Answer

Diamond

Answer

Diamond rates 10 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it the hardest natural mineral known.

Question 5

What is 'lost wax casting' in jewelry making?

Accepted Answer

A process where a wax model is encased in investment and burned out to create a mold

Answer

Lost wax casting creates a cavity by burning out a wax model from investment plaster, then pouring molten metal into the void.

Jewelry Design Practice Test