A mold is made for each design, and an individual wax is created for every item that is produced
Our jeweler hand finishes each piece that we make, ensuring handmade craftsmanship and quality for each item.
Crafted by Hand
The Creative Process
Centuries Old Traditions that Stand the Test of Time
Each item produced by Harp and Hound Jewelry is created using lost-wax casting, a technique that has historically been used to produce jewelry for thousands of years. This process creates extremely sturdy, durable pieces that can be enjoyed for decades, or even centuries. Every item made by Harp and Hound Jewelry is handcrafted in the USA.
Lost Wax Casting
Our process begins by creating a prototype; often we use metal or wax to craft our initial designs. Once a style is perfected, we make a rubber mold of the item.
The mold is then used to create an individual wax copy for each piece that is produced. The wax is placed inside of investment plaster, and molten metal is poured into the plaster, which vaporizes the wax (giving it the term "lost wax") and creates a copy of the design in metal. These cast items are extremely sturdy, and are designed to stand the test of time.
From the rough cast, we finish each item individually, buffing and shining until it is perfect. Since everything is handmade, each piece is a little unique in its own way.
We bring this same level of care to custom and repair work, and we offer a full range of professional fine jewelry services from custom work to repair.
A design in wax, prior to casting, and a finished copy of the design