Vics Gems
About Haida Copper
The Process
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Vics Metal Works
Each one is handmade
The Process
to create a
Copper Haida Shield
Copper pipe is cut
3/4 in diameter
1.25mm thick
Custom jig used to cut pipe
lengthwise
Copper pipe is spread using
vice and aluminum bar
Copper pipe is hammered with a rubber mallet to flatten it
The Process
to create a
Copper Haida Shield
Tape template to
copper plate
Cut out with band saw
File rough edges
Mark and drill hole for bail
The Process
to create a
Copper Haida Shield
Polish - wet sand and
steel wool
Polish and protect finish
Complete shield with .925 sterling silver bail
Proud to wear the symbol of a great people.
Handmade Jewelry
Vic Gems Cedar Creek, Texas