Jewelry Design Jewelry Design MCQ 2

Question 1

Which metal alloy is traditionally used in niello work to create dark inlaid designs on silver?

Accepted Answer

A mixture of sulfur, copper, silver, and lead

Answer

Niello is a black mixture of sulfur combined with silver, copper, and lead that is fused into engraved recesses on metal surfaces.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Hammering metal from the reverse side to create raised relief

Answer

Repoussé is a metalworking technique where the artisan hammers from the back of a metal sheet to create raised decorative designs on the front.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a pickle solution in metalsmithing?

Accepted Answer

To remove oxides and flux residue after soldering

Answer

Pickle is an acidic solution (often dilute sulfuric acid or sodium bisulfate) used to clean oxides and flux residue from metal after heating or soldering.

Question 4

Which gemstone setting style leaves the most of the stone's surface exposed to maximize light entry?

Accepted Answer

Prong setting

Answer

Prong (claw) settings hold the stone with minimal metal contact, allowing the maximum amount of light to enter the gemstone from all angles.

Question 5

What does the fineness mark '925' stamped on a piece of jewelry indicate?

Accepted Answer

The piece is 92.5% pure silver (sterling silver)

Answer

The 925 hallmark indicates sterling silver, meaning the alloy is 92.5% pure silver alloyed with 7.5% other metals, typically copper.

Jewelry Design Practice Test

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Jewelry Design Jewelry Design MCQ 2