The Theory and Practice of Goldsmithing

Since its initial appearance in 1961, Theorie und Praxis des Goldschmieds has become a standard for training goldsmiths and professional workshop practice, and is here translated from the 1994 edition. It discusses materials, basic techniques and tools, and such specific techniques as joining and plating. It also covers silversmithing. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)