Pietra Dura
Photo courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CM (NAJA), Global Gemology & Appraisals
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Repoussé is a technique used in jewelry where a malleable metal is shaped by being stamped from the reverse side, giving it a 3-dimensional design.
Repoussé work is commonly seen in sterling silver pieces, as well as gold-filled and solid gold jewelry. |