Individuals who use a variety of common and specialized hand tools and equipment to design and manufacture new pieces of jewelry; cut, set and polish gem stones; and repair or adjust rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other jewelry. Jewelers usually specialize in one or more of these areas and may work for large jewelry-manufacturing firms, for small retail jewelry shops or as owners of their own businesses. In larger manufacturing businesses, jewelers usually specialize in a single operation. Mold and model makers create models or tools for the jewelry that is to be produced. Assemblers solder or fuse jewelry and their parts and may also set stones. Engravers etch designs into the metal using specialized tools, and polishers bring a finished luster to the final product. In small retail stores or repair shops, jewelers may be involved in all aspects of the work.
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