Posts Tagged “enamel jewelry”

Enamel "Hook" Bracelet
Jan 11th 2019

Enamel "Hook" Bracelet

Just now finished this Sterling Silver, 18 k Gold and Vitreous Enamel "Hook" Bracelet. It takes many hours of tedious work to make this bracelet! Vitreous Enamel is glass that is fired onto the surface of the metal at temperatures of 1550 degrees and…

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Packing Vitreous Enamel
Jun 24th 2018

Packing Vitreous Enamel

Vitreous Enamel is glass that shares the same co-efficient of expansion as the metal it is being fused to. This action happens at approximately 1750 degrees .... depending on the particular enamel and the metal it is being fused to. A number of facto…

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Mayan Culture Inspired Ring
Jun 22nd 2018

Mayan Culture Inspired Ring

This Ring is inspired by the Classic Mayan Scroll. Bowman Originals is inspired by Cultural Anthropology. In particular, how mankind adorned themselves ... why and how? This ring is handmade in Sterling Silver featuring a fine Almandine Garnet accent…

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Refurbishing Classics
Apr 12th 2018

Refurbishing Classics

We are pleased to have the opportunity to clean and refurbish Bowman Originals items ... at no charge. Alterations and tasks other than refinishing and polishing will require a slight charge. It is in our best interest to have your Bowman Origin…

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Making the most of the least !
Sep 8th 2016

Making the most of the least !

Creating a Bowman Originals begins with raw material ...  raw material like the 100 ounce silver bar shown in the photo. The pure silver, .999 fine, is melted in a crucible and pure copper is added in the proper proportions to pro…

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