I TURNED A FAMILY HEIRLOOM INTO AN ENGAGEMENT RING

One grandson wanted to use the ORIGINAL GOLD from his grandmas cross for an engagement ring. Two diamonds from the cross were used as accent stones, and I supplied the one carat LAB-GROWN DIAMOND for the center.
Have you ever wondered if you can re-purpose your old jewelry? This video shows a step by step example.
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[@moderngoldsmith]

A lot of people are upset that the cross was destroyed (understandably so!) please know that the grandma wanted it melted down. She also saw this video and loved it. That doesn’t mean you have to agree with their choice, but I just wanted to share the backstory! Ultimately I let my clients decide what is best for their jewelry. Thank you so much for watching.

[@nrashworth963]

This is such a thoughtful way to use an heirloom. What do you do with the left over gold?

[@margaretf6147]

It would have been nice to make a mould of the cross before destroying it since it was such a beautiful design

[@angiemendez2628]

Such a cool video

[@shunepretorius6879]

The ring is so Beautiful. Just a quick question what happens toe the other 7 diamonds??

[@heathergreen4184]

People do know that every piece of gold they’re wearing is made up of thousands of pieces of jewelry melted down over hundreds of years... right?? (I always thought it would be a fascinating film to start with one piece of jewelry and trace its story back hundreds of years!! Oh if jewelry could talk!!)

[@happyjellycatsquid]

The band of the ring felt reminiscent of the original shape of the cross, what an absolutely gorgeous design ! :))

[@bobsalamone9798]

I thought so too! So much care was taken here, you can really tell he loves when he does and truly respects his craft.

[@BobRossCat]

Barely any replies?

[@Namratiug]

The cross is a symbol of oppression and murder.

[@lizbueding2626]

@@Namratiug That may have been the original symbolism when first the Egyptians and then the Romans used it for public executions, but since the Son of God used it as the tool of redemption it has an entirely new symbolism.

[@Namratiug]

@@lizbueding2626 The impaled nazarene death cult is a manmade construct to keep gullible people filling church seats and offering plates.

[@ninac.5921]

The cross was stunning but most likely not used to it’s size and overall unique look. So turning it into this amazing engagement ring made the heirloom wearable and useful! I like it very much

[@vonne9970]

I think so too

[@raf015_2]

I'm happy the client allowed him to film this project (I assume). This way the cross "somewhat" still exist. And I agree, that ring is splendid 😍

[@giabread]

Family history and art doesn't need to be "useful" to be valuable.

[@personofearth447]

@@giabread no but this is a beautiful way to give new meaning to something that already has colected so many precious memories

[@shanghunter7697]

@@personofearth447 To each, their own !!

[@marysample275]

If grandma wanted the cross turned into the symbol of there love then who are we to object?

[@Mariana-kk5xf]

The cross is a symbol of love to begin with

[@officialmai]

@@Mariana-kk5xf Exactly... so it's fine either way

[@juliareynolds2098]

@@Mariana-kk5xf idk kinda looks like a torture device to me

[@brizagranadeno]

@@juliareynolds2098 same

[@andromedamessier3176]

@@juliareynolds2098 I’m not Christian, but I have seen it works against possessed people or people who act like it. Not saying that you’re possessed, but you’re afraid of a cross hmmm....

[@madlibs6305]

Here after seeing the Ariana Grande video! This video is great too. super excited to have found your channel!

[@KayKayLette]

Same

[@KayKayLette]

The algerithem worked this time in his favor

[@lilithjade4363]

me too!

[@klindsey]

Same

[@mokko759]

Me too! This ring is vastly more interesting than Grande's ring.

[@OURDAILYBREATH]

It’s a sure and clean process of turning your heirloom into such a magnificent creation

[@neeko4676]

There are so many reasons he could have decided to recycle the piece of jewelry. In the end, it is between him and is grandma. I think this is a beautiful piece of art that someone special to him and his grandma will get to wear every day of her life. You did such a great job designing this ring!

[@Kaystarrr2.0]

If his grandmother didn't specifically Tell him that the cross was to be used as a proposal ring, then he had no right to change the original purpose/idea of the heirloom and what it symbolizes ...👏🏾

[@neeko4676]

@@Kaystarrr2.0 Look at the pinned comment. "A lot of people are upset that the cross was destroyed (understandably so!) please know that the grandma wanted it melted down. She also saw this video and loved it. That doesn’t mean you have to agree with their choice, but I just wanted to share the backstory! Ultimately I let my clients decide what is best for their jewelry. Thank you so much for watching."

[@Kaystarrr2.0]

@@neeko4676 my mind is at rest knowing it was the grandmother's wish...😌

[@KalebHaleNightingaleForge]

Great Job! That ring turned out stunning. The way you did this video was a little different than the others, but you nailed it. Please make more like this. This video is gonna get a lot of views for sure.

[@moderngoldsmith]

It was different! I’ve been experimenting with different types of formatting for my content. This one was fun to do even though it’s weird hearing your own voice on playback. Thanks for the encouraging words!

[@cbarnes9808]

My dad has been a jeweler since 1990. He taught me how to size rings up and down. I think this is a fine craft to learn. Great job on the ring. And your work area is way cleaner than my dad's lol..😂

[@Lintlou]

I saw your post on IMGUR, and had to see the full video. Nicely done! Properly narrated, in my opinion!

[@moderngoldsmith]

Appreciate that! hope to improve as time goes on.

[@tgrizz13]

This is beautiful! It really makes me want to go forth with taking my parents wedding rings and making a design that will incorporate both rings. They were divorced 12 yrs ago, so they gave me their rings as that's the only good that they have had from their marriage.

[@lizbueding2626]

Not quite. You're the only good they had from their marriage!

[@kittyvalentin3748]

Wow some people are trippin over something that doesn’t even belong to them and have no right to say what should’ve been done with it. Whew 😅

[@raf015_2]

You see, I understand why some would be bothered by this video because that's a family heirloom: it's about not ruining a piece of history. But, as he pointed out in the comments, the cross would have been melted instead, so this is basically a rescue😅. Also, the final result is of top quality. I can understand, for example, if people get annoyed at old wedding dress begin "renovated" since fabric is not as "everlasting" as gems and gold. To understand what I mean I suggest you check this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGSxaJ-bbJqppas It's one of my favourite "period fashion" youtubers reacting to some quite old wedding dresses begin completely ruined by incompetent stylist in a TV show.

[@kittyvalentin3748]

@@raf015_2 I understand what you mean. I was just surprised at some of these comments one even going so far as to imply he should’ve refused the job 🤣 Anyways, thanks for sharing that video! I enjoyed watching it and she is sooo funny!!

[@raf015_2]

@@kittyvalentin3748 You're welcome 😊

[@mvndoc]

Saw this on an engineering page on Instagram. Such a fascinating and satisfying process. 👍

[@janus1936]

what a lovely way to honour their heritage! Just a reminder for those saying its offensive: certain denominations would actually consider ornate crosses like this to be false idols, as they are very flashy. Some don't even see the cross as a holy symbol at all, like the LDS

[@justagirlsd3000]

I took jewelry making in high school 1977. It’s amazing to see how advanced technology has become. I love how you reimagine something new. Amazing!

[@hopesmith4688]

at first i was a little upset about melting down the cross but if that’s what the grandma wanted then it’s a beautiful tribute to her!

[@kevintanumihardja3881]

Or the grandson's because of financial matters?

[@KoriEmerson]

I can’t think of a better way of having Jesus in a marriage.

[@kimsland999]

@@KoriEmerson I can't think of a better way to destroy a cross

[@schnitzelhannes6431]

@@KoriEmerson that sounds quite kinky, but if its your fetish you do you

[@singhjobim9719]

you answered a lot of questions in this video. It's amazing how many time-saving tools there are now.

[@williamle8300]

I absolutely love these videos Jordan! The way you communicate your passion their an editorialized video is top notch. Keep up the great work!

[@Denaesartisanjewelry]

I LOVE HOW YOU CASTED THE RING!!!! OF COURSE THE RING IS BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@darnishawiley8505]

My heart just melted after watching this video... Such beautiful craftsmanship!! Good work 😍❤️❤️

[@Ashaliyeva]

😍😍😍 Both the cross (formerly) and the ring are such gorgeous designs!!! Bravo!!

[@Dormikon01]

Hello, I came over from IMGUR and I have to say: beautiful video! The colours and camera-work is almost "cinematic" and you have a really professional narration-voice (is that a word in English? German here...). I left a 'subscribe' and hope you'll carry on!

[@moderngoldsmith]

Such a nice comment, thank you! I will carry on and thank you so much for the sub!

[@Prometeo59]

Amazing work, both with the video and the ring. I'm just learning and I'm so jealous of your set up and equipment. Keep it up!

[@moderngoldsmith]

You'll get there. Thank you!

[@Deezy_1031]

I cried seeing how beautiful it turned out 🥲

[@sunniejmh]

Such a beautiful and delicate result

[@elyrccaledon6600]

That is so beautiful. You are a consummate artist. Thanks for sharing.

[@kittyvalentin3748]

Wow what a truly beautiful ring!!

[@zestyjester]

I saw you in imgur! Fascinating work! Time to watch the rest of your vids.

[@moderngoldsmith]

I've been all over the place! This video feels like the start of my style going forward though.

[@texasgigi3684]

Beautiful job! I’m a baby silversmith, so I have a loooong way to go before I work with gold. But this was very inspiring!!

[@wannabeDarma]

That's a beautiful end result. Thanks for sharing your work and for that pleasant narration.

[@Claaasic]

Stunning! Makes me want to make some jewelry

[@TheFlameFoxx]

I could watch these videos for days!

[@moderngoldsmith]

Keep following along and eventually I will have content for days 😁

[@ravissant87]

Love this video so much! Please do more of these.

[@moderngoldsmith]

This makes me so happy to hear. I will do more!

[@jessgarcia3498]

This ring is truly gorgeous. Great job!

[@cynthiahawkins2389]

My now deceased friend Joe gave me, as a wedding gift, a pair of earrings and a pendant that belonged to his governess, a wonderful lady named Anni. She and her husband left Germany in the 1930's as the Third Reich came to power, they were so sorry to see what was going on in their country. But just before they left Anni's husband had bought her these earrings and pendant. Not only did I have Joe's blessing to reset the (European cut) stones in a band ring, I was honored to share the tale of this great lady who loved little Joe and raised him with such affection. So many diamond pieces have a backstory!!!

[@jennyramen]

how did I end up on goldsmith KZbin? not sure but I’m definitely staying

[@novanettle7497]

I work as a dental technician (I basically make fake teeth out of metall, porcelain or plastic) and watching you work is interesting because it is very similar to how I work with metals. We even have the same investmentcone and cylinder. The castingmachine I have even works the same way, even though it melts the metal with magnetism and has a hood - the process is the same idea. Also, I have a tiny little sandblaster instead of the tumbler but to similar results :) I've heard of some dental technicians gone proffesional goldsmiths, but most of us settle for making the occasional simple ring or pendant. (One of my co-workers found a dead wasp and cast it in a Co-Cr alloy - it didn't quite cast the wings but every leg and antenni looked perfect) I would probably still go to a real goldsmith for my engagementring ✨

[@teewilliams4133]

Just beautiful!!!

[@cjdflkj]

Wow, what beautiful symbolism if one is a Christian. Maybe Grandma was, and the family wasn't, or maybe the opposite or all were. Either way, the love of Christ makes us something new and eternal, so what beautiful symbolism. Grandma in this situation was very generous and obviously loves her grandson and granddaughter in law. What a blessing that would be to receive the ring, to know your in-laws love you enough to give you something precious to them while thinking how it could perfectly suit you. Brava!

[@larac5581]

That ring is so beautiful

[@spammusubi1607]

Wow I love all of the explanations and washing such an involved and complicated process

[@phylliscostello2969]

Beautiful ring

[@TheMostObliviousGirl]

Truly amazing work! I can tell that you really enjoy what you do. I am blown away. Truly a beautiful masterpiece. ❤️

[@Cardsmaster]

Wow! This is absolutely amazing. I would include this video in everything!

[@terryannsweeney4428]

I was very upset that you melted down that beautiful cross, but you are right if that is what somebody wants to do it is there choice. I do have to say that the ring is absolutely gorgeous. It will now be the new heirloom! It was very fascinating to watch this process.

[@travismaupin6617]

Beautiful done

[@RVboyjunior]

Loved the idea of turning an heirloom cross into a ring but i wish all of the original gold and all of the original diamonds were incorporated into the new ring.

[@jodibonds]

Gorgeous!

[@zoeykillah]

Why did my ears wanna hear “crucifix” every time he said crucible as he melted the cross. 😫😫

[@previously4821]

Omg same

[@crystalaireantiquefans4535]

if Jesus is not on it then is is a cross. so, no Jesus = cross, Jesus = crucifix

[@Orthodoge]

My grandma used to be a jewelry maker and has lots of molds, chemicals, and a centrifuge in her basement 🤭😅

[@lydiat.721]

Such beautiful idea and ring.

[@amysbees6686]

Beautiful!

[@amandacoetzee8431]

absolutely lovely piece!

[@nathanmoore1893]

Some clever stuff here.

[@kar3n35]

Wow thats art

[@lexycjune5684]

i would so, sooooo take a class if you had it open or a shop or something. this is so cool.

[@cardcollectoryt]

the heirloom not gonna lie looks way more intricate and pretty than the ring i think maybe making it in to a necklace would have been better. i feel like the person who made it was a master at his work

[@nhrdy]

great video! really informative.

[@LostMySauce]

Man these guys never show the full product in its entirety. Wished the final shot was longer

[@vickimarlene4905]

Stunning

[@joeyminet7703]

That is so cool how you make the mold

[@JONATHANMAZZINI]

Muito trabalho, muita química, bonita forma, bonito resultado.

[@Pixlanta]

Love how you did this, it's really a great watch, thank you,Happy New Year ❤️👍🏼☃️🎊

[@mellovett5924]

From Texas, beautiful work.

[@nelmaquaigg1786]

Beautiful

[@nicolelavigne1700]

This was fascinating to watch!

[@gigibisa51]

*3.27 am Italian time* mmm what do i watch after binging fragrance videos?...OH IS THAT A HANDMADE RINGGG HELL YEAH BOI HERE I COME

[@emilysilvia9514]

I love all your videos. Big thumb up

[@IntegraDIY]

would have bought a ring 💍 and kept the grandmothers cross to save but that’s just me

[@guinevere1165]

This is so cool. Thanks for making it

[@srideout91]

The cross was absolutely beautiful. But the ring is nice.

[@Momster1000]

Gorgeous

[@rab6121]

Even tho it`s sad that they didn`t like the previous heirloom it`s better that it`s now getting a new life as a ring than being throwed away. A friend of mine took some gold necklaces that she got as a child and made them into two new rings that she now uses every day.

[@kaoutarjanane2925]

Beautiful 🥰

[@ReneeandJimmyG]

Do you give them the button? That was a fairly large one and it surely held some of the cross gold.

[@gnomie3908]

For people that are upset at melting down the cross, as it's already done, maybe you could see it as God looking over and blessing the marriage. Although it's not in the same form the cross will always be there.

[@Kaystarrr2.0]

If his grandmother didn't specifically Tell him that the cross was to be used as a proposal ring, then he had no right to change the original purpose/idea of the heirloom and what it symbolizes ...👏🏾

[@mangacollector2718]

I see the history and heritage in the cross. It was a family heirloom and not just a random old object thats why i am quite sad for it. Also, the ring design is kindah meh as compared to the cross

[@betts1658]

@@Kaystarrr2.0 read the pinned comment, she not only knew but WANTED him to have the cross made into an engagement ring. So, nothing to worry about in that regard 🤷‍♀️

[@Ar-yp6nh]

@@mangacollector2718 Well, at the end if the day it is the family’s decision, and I think their happy with it :)

[@mangacollector2718]

@@Ar-yp6nh yeah, it is his decision. But that's not gonna shut me up in lamenting the great loss of an heirloom, especially the meh final product

[@DSMownedU]

Just curious as to why you use the centrifuge for casting instead of the vacuum cast thats built into your investment casting machine?

[@Marcelino44]

This is awesome

[@mikerb2473]

Very nice! Great work, you've earned my subscription. I wonder if she said yes.

[@aliyahreid41]

I wish they just kept the actual design of part of the cross

[@wild-child6521]

What matters is they got what THEY wanted.

[@shinylilfish]

I kind of agree, but I bet that the design of the cross was a little fat for a ring. They emulated the cross design in the ring.

[@aliyahreid41]

@@wild-child6521 🤷🏽‍♀️shared an opinion lol I didn’t say the ring wasn’t beautiful

[@wild-child6521]

@@aliyahreid41 hey man sorry took it the wrong way lol.

[@aliyahreid41]

@@wild-child6521 all good aha

[@kelliannwatts2372]

Ok it’s doing my head in and I need to know so the button he cut off that was the excess gold what did he do with that like will he make a solid gold plain wedding band or dose he just give them the button or dose he keep the button omg I think way too much into this

[@lifeisbutadreamm]

I'm guessing he would ask the client if they'd like to keep the excess gold (minus what he added in, unless they'd, for whatever reason, want to pay extra for that little extra as well so they could have the entire button), have something else made out of it or incorporating it, or he may keep it (if the client agrees, of course), and simply subtract the price of the leftover gold from his price for the work he's done in transforming one heirloom into a new one, but who knows, that's just my personal guess bc I wondered the same lol

[@malinisarju6415]

Omg me too I was just about to give up on the comments until I saw yours. I wanna know too!!!!!

[@carlalakins]

I'm wondering why you used a mold? Why you didn't melt the gold and then construct the ring from the gold?

[@jesskoko27]

Wow, to melt down an art nouveau piece to make a modern ring with a lab created stone, just wow ...there isn't much original art nouveau jewelry out there anymore (assuming that cross is an original piece, which it appears to be). Melting down such an exquisite vintage piece is painful and if the guy was going to destroy the piece why not just sell it (and use that money to pay for the ring)? Of course you are just doing what your client asked, but I would have advised an alternate route given that older piece of heirloom jewelry. I wonder what grandma would have said?

[@ShweMyaukMyauk]

Some people are like that....oh well

[@EyeLean5280]

I agree about the cross but there's nothing wrong with lab-grown diamonds. They're real diamonds and much more ethical than mined ones.

[@jesskoko27]

@@EyeLean5280 Of course there isn't anything "wrong" with lab grown diamonds. And it is one's preference whether to choose a lab grown stone or a natural one, I get that. But there are many reasons why lab grown diamonds are not the "same" as natural diamonds (and I am not talking molecular structure here) - lab grown diamonds have very little resale value for one. But there are so many other reasons why I would not purchase a lab grown diamond for my jewelry, and I realize my goals with my jewelry are not universal. To each her own. My comment above had to do with preserving a piece of antique jewelry and history, of which the style and workmanship are difficult to replicate today. And the cross most likely had natural diamonds in them, which is why a modern piece made from the gold using a lab created stone seems sacrilegious to me.

[@adriancrespo1575]

Exaxtly imagine they get divorced and the so keeps gramdmas heirloom just to spite him

[@pompleo6913]

But why sell it? Like he said it’s a family heirloom mean it has some special meaning. This way it has been repurposed into something that can also be passed down for generations. I believe his grandmother would be proud to see her part of the family has been transformed and preserved.

[@joes661]

It's the client choice, nice work needless to say

[@Livefreeordie-182]

This is amazing.

[@blackdawg242]

what is in that cleaning solution for the ultrasonic cleaner? how does it work? :)

[@meronThegreat]

But that cross was magnificent!

[@0chocolatebear0]

Zwzwzwz

[@joharrison7851]

Fabulous creation. Here in the uk it would have to be hallmarked, do you have to send yours to be done as well.

[@shammydammy2610]

I don't think it's a requirement in the states.

[@KitanaTulip]

his shit is wild

[@pinklabbit]

The ring is stunning, but it's such a pity because the original cross was absolutely lovely!

[@lesleydickson7746]

Beautiful ring but a shame the cross had to be destroyed. Just hope they stay married!

[@slytherinspy]

Do you mind explaining what happens to the wax? How does the gold replace the wax in the cast?

[@srkh8966]

The wax melts out of the cast, leaving the ring design hollow. When you pour liquid gold into the cast, it fills up the hollow design (like water into decorative ice cube molds). When it cools, you extract the now solid gold rings.

[@shanghunter7697]

Well now, that was real smart.......we HAVE lost our way !

[@darylturcott]

So so wonderful seeing it done there is so much work by hand that the average person can’t really comprehend. I’ve seen mass Chinese setting u can bend with your fingers pushing hard on a table I’ve bought items on e bay and actually trued to talk them out of selling it to me. Family history and all. I had one pr of incredible earrings 100-120 years old pd 55$ I asked if I could send her more u could tell there was so much tension in the thick wire hardly ever used and she said they came from Italy and a gift from an mother in-law to her great grandmother on their wedding I was buying a pr of YG cameo on heavy wire with carved roses I felt guilty so cheap so I offered more I was honored to have them No passed down items on my family’s side { was told no nonsense waste of money} any ways she said she Was sSo happy someone would love and take care of them Her grandchildren said and I quote why would we want any of that junk u got it all old really old Any ways had to tell u I make simple items I seen your supplier sticker on Machine. Rio I know Shannon in gems I buy my Swarovski from her I made monogram letters for cake tops I’ve been clearing out some of my tools and recycled bits to give away to be helpful there’s items I bought that I never used thought about sending to the charity rio helps in Africa. But how who u know at 60 it’s time to give it away to pass it on or a young person starting out I don’t know I love the recycling of your items. I’ve been looking for a cluster ring early 1900 Darla dee Woodward of. Michigan. Also classic cakes by Darla on f b I’d give away the Swarovski letters I couple pd almost 200$ for it I said take it back I’ll make u one for free I did dozens of them that’s how I meet Shannon in gems so so nice any ways any thing I’d be interested in I’ll give u let me know. D dee

[@lancemillward2462]

what about the makers mark and carat of the gold?

[@chadjackson5308]

How much gold did you keep and why did you switch out the original big diamond?

[@Mariiiam]

AMAZING

[@ronamaeregalado2315]

As you grew older, the younger generations will inherit the jewelry with it's history. It may be with new look but the story will remain. As each generation will have a share of it's story passed down to generations

[@lenamariavandien]

idk how i got here but i like it

[@Bobbysmitreshop]

Are lab diamonds cheaper

[@moderngoldsmith]

Yes they are generally 30-40% less expensive than a mined diamond.