Using a dapping / doming block to make coin rings

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[@lisapupillo1724]

I love the idea of putting just any ring into the doming block to to either size it or just get that rounded look! I never saw that before & I've watched 100s of jewelry videos. Thank you for being my "learn something new every day" today!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Lisa Pupillo Right on! I'm glad I could be helpful.

[@terryswails1191]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos, always a learning experience, helping the old dog to learn new things. Thank you Skyler

[@mjremy2605]

Wow! First time seeing a dapping block and a press. So fascinating to morph shapes like that. I love it! Every single thing about jewelry making is like a universe unto itself. Making jewelry combines so many trade skills and disciplines - chemistry, structural, mechanical, forging, soldering, welding, material science, enamel work, ceramic and glass work, wire work, and so on. As an avid DIYer, I am just in love with jewelry and the making of it. The more I look into making, the less I buy jewelry. My mind says, 'just make it yourself!'. And so I do. Thank you, Skylar for showing us this whole other world. I am thrilled! By the way, Harbor Freight has the Dapping blocks for $46. Also presses, vise, punch sets, files, etc. Pick with care of course. Some are good, some not.

[@mikerussell6212]

Perfect 👌 I'm going to try this u just answered my question on a doming block!

[@beverlybucchirie2765]

Love your work,A Few years ago you asked Fence kid about the patina that he does on his rings,At the time you were looking for something that would be more permanent.Theres a type of Sterling silver called Siam silver,it always depicts an oriental person dancing,but they use a type of patina to make the picture.How,I'm not sure,but it's a start.Plus,the jewelry is beautiful.

[@happylocksmith]

Good demonstration on using the not so old school way to achieve a look that we now take for granted using expensive fancy tools. Thanks for the video.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Anthony Dacey Your are very welcome!

[@mikerussell6212]

What is the size of the ball bearing for half dollars and silver dollar do I need several different sizes ? Thanks again

[@alexanderdavis5332]

Man, you have came a long ways with your videos!! I’ve watched a bunch of yours (I’ve got tools ordered to start making coin rings, thanks to YOU 😊) this video was very helpful but threw me off with the editing lol so yeah definitely came a long ways! Congratulations! And THANK YOU!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Haha yeah it’s weird to see my older videos :)

[@sandramiranda4212]

I like this idea, love how your ring came out. I would love to do this, amazing how u can see the writing on the coin. I just see two other videos and they had TOO many tools . Yours seems doable

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Thanks!

[@dakotawhiting7287]

hey Skylar love your videos and have learned lots from watching you, I keep having a problem with this step reducing half dollars. when I use the press to reduce the ring it keeps shifting sideways I can't figure out how to evenly reduce it down with my doming block, any suggestions? thanks

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

That is always going to happen more or less. You just need to keep Re centering it as you go.

[@barbboran4567]

I have a 6 ton hf press and I don’t have enough clearance to get the doming block along with the steel ball bearing on top in it. I actually bought the press to dome beer caps using the steel balls but was planning to eventually get into making coin earrings and maybe rings. I’m so frustrated. Any help would be greatly appreciated

[@TheZippydoda123]

I am missing a part of the video where it shows a folding process that morphs in the ring. Understand that you keep going but it doesn't do me any good to miss part of the video

[@tobiashede]

Hey, it might be a stupid question but. Why dont you just size it on the ring stretcher? It has thoose reduction dies on it right? Why not use thoose instead of using the doming block. And, did you flip the coin around when you were sizing the ring on the doming block? Like, did you push it down a bit on the side , and then the other side? Is it possible to use a Half ton arbor press instead? To push the punches through the coin And to size the ring like you did in this video?

[@vicbartram]

Reason I ask is I am on a tight budget. I have already purchased the doming block, the mandrel, delrin balls, and nylon mallet. I am on the verge of purchasing a 1 ton arbor press. Thanks once again.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+VR Bartram I made a video on just that question! There are a few necessary tools but not too bad. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIukl4qogdGjnac

[@vicbartram]

Thank you so much for the quick response. Very much appreciated.

[@cavelenganegocios9934]

VR Bartram have you started? How is it going?

[@vicbartram]

If a person does not have a ring stretcher/reducer, what and how would you recommend them to get somewhat the same outcome on a finished ring? Thanking you in advance.

[@dbcrn859]

Hammer it down a steel sizing mandrel, then use the doming block to size and round it. That's all I have. It works, but not as easy as a stretcher.

[@dimatheson]

I really love your videos and I'm stocking up on the tools needed to start making coin jewellery but I have a quick question! The ball you use to press the coin in the doming block, what is it made of? When I look for doming blocks, every set I find has its own set of punches.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

I never bought the punches bug they work too. I used to use ball bearings from automotive stores.

[@dimatheson]

@@CoinRingsfromTheMint That's great! Thanks for coming back to me :)

[@thatsmydawg]

Question, what size ball do you use? Is it one size bigger then the drilled hole?

[@jacquesmongis9871]

Please tell us a little more about the 6t press. Where can we pick one up?

[@mychaldavis25]

Im a big fan of tools and especially Harbor Freight Tools..Quick question I never heard of a doming block..Whats the main reason for one?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Mychal Davis It is mainly for sizing. Here is a video on how I use them. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnXbdaGtbp2DpLc

[@wolodejw4227]

Hello, great explanation! What size is the inner bore of the blank???

[@Outlawarchaeology]

I just bought all of that stuff to make coin rings, is a Morgan dollar ring possible to make in the doming block ?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

It might be possible but I have never tried.

[@joabpetersen7699]

Hi from Denmark .... i have seen Patrick Adair but still ... u are the best

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Thanks!

[@blackcattrucking4907]

How does the Harbor Freight dapping block compare to the one in your link? Is it good enough to get started with? Thanks for the great vids!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

I haven't looked at it too hard but it looked fine to me. It is just fine to start with.

[@tinuviel116]

Thank you for the video, super helpful! I found dapping blocks, however they all seem to come with doming punches. I'd like to use a handle-less sphere instead as you did in the video. Can you tell me where to find those? (PS. The ebay link in the description is expired) Thanks!

[@tinuviel116]

Oop, I think I answered my own question by watching your complete tool list for ring making vid. Thanks again for the vids!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Search one on ebay. There are tons without the sphere punches. It is actually cheaper without them. Thanks!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

You are welcome!

[@bigbothoee8617]

Just see this dome block come up on my ebay feed was wondering uses for it lol thanks now i feel i need to make a ring

[@billybaycroft8197]

Awesome ...a great tip, especially for us on super tiny retirement incomes! thx!

[@perroblanco49]

I'm new into coin ring making, do you think a cheap 18 dollar ring stretcher will work? I don't want to spend a lot on many on an expensive ring stretcher.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

I'm not sure. There is only one way to find out :)

[@sharee3135]

Fascinating. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@573customs6]

I'm looking to buy a dapping block like this. The ones I see online are 2 inch. Is that what this is? This one looks more like 4 inch or so.

[@MrGuillada]

It is never late to learn. Thanks.

[@Cfomodz]

Did you heat this coin (I realize this was 8 years ago, so I guess I am asking do I need to / would you, and not did you with that specific ring lol)? Thanks!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Yes I anneal almost all coin rings

[@PRESIDENFREETHINKER]

How can i get doming block like thats?

[@ultimatefacepainting]

whats the size of that steel ball you are using and what do you recommend for quarters

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+UltimateFacePainting Balloons & Bubbles IN The Description box of my quarter video you can find that out. I can't remember off hand.

[@humai2234]

Original 😍😍😍i have some interesting coins to try

[@ultimatefacepainting]

I want you to show how to get rounded corners without the ring stretcher as I do not have one...PLEASE

[@tomlangley140]

Ring stretcher-less than $10 on Ebay

[@moisespinete2152]

Hello my brother from México Querétaro i dont have the stretcher just my manual stretcher what do you recomend me i have this cube but for.stretch de coin Is a little tired Also how much Is a training curse to learn to do ring Best regards from México

[@dragon64s]

How do you make sure that the coin is centered in the block so that it stretches evenly?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Flappy McJackson You just make sure it is level in the block before you start. Keep an eye on it as you go and re adjust when it gets off.

[@alexhoward6292]

Why did you use a half crown

[@asapprocesscourier4541]

The ebay link has expired. Any idea what the diameter of spheres were? I've bought 2 different ones that jump from 25 to 30mm. I need the 22,25,28 and 30 obviously lol

[@vocuc6644]

Chào anh ! Anh có thể cho tôi xem kích thước của bộ khuân đó không , nộ khuân đó bao nhiêu tiền

[@xucaen]

What do I use when I can't afford a dapping block?? How do I reduce a ring without one??

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

The only way I know is with custom dies or a dapping block, sorry!

[@user-iz7sv1px8f]

很好，这个东西叫四方窝座，淘宝上有卖。

[@barb0za0]

can you make a a coin ring with only a dapping block, a mandrel, a torch, a ball bearing, a punch and die kit, a ring stretcher, and a 1 ton press? im 17 and on a budget. love your vids!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+champoo Sure it is possible! It isn't ideal but you can so it. Also think about this method too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIukl4qogdGjnac

[@barb0za0]

Coin Rings from The Mint - Change You Can Wear thanks for the response, one last question: what do you think about a hand powered ring stretcher, like this one: SE JT149RS Size 6 & Up Ring Stretcher www.amazon.com/dp/B0013TK2OQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8MIKzbS1SQRFJ

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

champoo I have never been able to make one of those work for me

[@budzilla00]

I've made several that have come out fantastic, with only a drill to drill the hole, a large punch that's tapered just like the shape of a ring sizing mandrel and a block that's 3"x6" of the same material as a nylon hamer, yes it takes a good bit of work, and a bit of practice to get it right, but it means so much more when the final product comes out looking great, gives me the right to say that I 100% hand hammered that, hand made in America.

[@lindaaustin-morin7781]

I'm a beginner and have made some rings for gifts. When they are sized, I follow your instructions for polishing. My clad quarters are turning their fingers black. What am I doing wrong?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

That isn't anything you are doing wrong. That is happening because the copper snd nickel in the coin is reacting to your skin. I hsve noticed that after a few days it mostly stops happening for many people. I am wearing one right now and I am not having that problem but the first few days I was. The 90% silver coins don't have that problem at all. Thanks! Skyler

[@isaaccp25]

How did you punch the hole?

[@jasonweiss01]

is that the harbor freight doming block? doesn't look quite like mine..

[@jasonweiss01]

Nevermind...scrolled down and saw the ebay link below.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Ok good deal :)

[@CandSMINING]

Thanks for the video. Lots of good useful info.😎⛏⛏🔥🔥

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Thanks!

[@djturnz]

I have used a vice and the block to do that final sizing. Of course being horizontal, trying to hold the block, the ring, the socket all straight while tightening is difficult. I bought an arbor press but haven't tried it yet.

[@melancholyme5708]

Thank you sir... I really need one... But can't find out here. # India

[@TYNTD]

I noticed that sizing a ring down, completely removed any design on the edges. I also have to go back and sand down those lips it makes, but im using a mandrel/press with a dye it came with. Makes the edges just kinda smashed.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Yeah I don't use those for that reason.

[@TYNTD]

@@CoinRingsfromTheMint Got the dapping block in, works insanely well.

[@barb0za0]

where do you get the ball bearings? what size are they?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+champoo They are a bunch of different sizes and you can get a set of them on eBay. Just type in coin ring bearings

[@thurm81]

What size is the domming block please i just bought 1 and its an inch wide and would prob be ok to make jewellery for a barbie doll.😮

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

The one I use is from Pepe tools. It is a 2.5”

[@Sk1nSz]

Do you really need a press or would some steel bearing ball and flat iron with a hammer work just as good?:D

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Siomonte It might work but it would probably not look too good

[@marcberland7935]

It's the way to go

[@benjamingouerec745]

hello , does it work with the harbor press 1to,?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Yes!

[@GenAnxiety]

Are you annealing the coins in between pressing them?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+General Anxiety Every time I annealing during a video I always mention or show it. So if I mention it, yes and if not then no. I make sure to do nothing behind the scenes so it is more reproducible.

[@Cristo-te-llama]

Could it be possible to use a 1/2 ton arbor press?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+qtrmilewrx26 It might be possible but it just doesn't have the advantages that the larger presses have. There isn't much of a price difference between the larger ones and the 1/2 ton.

[@Cristo-te-llama]

Thank you I went to see both but your right the 1 ton is bigger and it has more space between the shaft and the base

[@edbattista5456]

I am going to, try method will let you know, how it works.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Ed Battista good deal!

[@anastaciasapountzakis7602]

Hinos de conforto

[@Ruckster20]

What size drill bit do you use to drill the coin?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Ruckster20 I use a punch and I believe it was a 5/8"

[@Ruckster20]

Thanks!!

[@101platayoro]

Most helpful, thanks

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Sure thing thanks!

[@turkdc]

Do you need the 6 ton press, or would a 1 ton arbor press work?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

You can use one if you wanted for the smaller coins but I don't recommend it. Check out my latest tool list video. I explain it there. Thanks! Skyler

[@xucaen]

+Coin Rings from The Mint - Change You Can Wear Can you please link to the tools video?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipSaoXiYo7xliKs

[@forgetl09]

3/4 through the video and I discover a HUGE missing step: the ring stretcher. I might have the tool but I have no idea because the entire step was cut out for some reason.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

I avoided using one.

[@hayes71208]

do you still have to do the annealing process?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Yes always :)

[@pspaghetti6916]

do you have to use a hydraulic press or can you use just man power?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+P Spaghetti some sort of press is necessary

[@pspaghetti6916]

Coin Rings from The Mint - Change You Can Wear pffff, that's what you think 😉

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+P Spaghetti lol I hope you figure something out. When you do I want to know about it!

[@honey1820]

I have found that a vise is an alternative solution, but it has to be pretty heavy-duty.

[@TheImmortalPetal]

Men on the front line used to make these for their loved ones back at home - I think you'll find a way without ANY kind of press 🙄

[@mikerussell6212]

What size tapping block 2 inch or 2 and a half😇

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

This one was 2.5

[@Bubblestheghost]

Is there a cheap small press alternative? Like for a apartment home studio? 😂

[@FishingUKTV]

Heya Do you have another link for the block ? The old eBay one won’t work :( thank you

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

I don’t use that block anymore but I do use the one from Pepe tools. You can find it on there website pepetools.com

[@ianbarnard4253]

Does it fit at the bottom of your stretcher reducer?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

no I don't think it would.

[@ianbarnard4253]

@@CoinRingsfromTheMint thank you for clarifying that for me before I decided to make the purchase 🙏

[@justtim7334]

Rings stretcher?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+just tim A tool that is called a ring stretcher / reducer.

[@simlinni]

What size are your dapping block? the link doesn't work anymore. what is the biggest and smalest half sphere?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+simlinni the one in the video is a 2 1/2" but I have been using a pepe 2" dapping block and loving it.

[@simlinni]

Thanks for the answer :-) I just ordered everything i need to start making rings myself, your list was very helpfull! :-) Looking forward to start experimenting with it. Bought a 2 1/2 cube myself. Skål 🍻 fra norge!

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+simlinni Right on! Have fun getting started.

[@sf5823]

Cool!

[@tombrabant7097]

What size dapping block is that.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

2.5". Here is a link. pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=121631407877&alt=web

[@Landenslifelessons]

Coin ring making on a budget... *uses press and ring stretcher*

[@srieleful]

Nice ring Super

[@parisigaetano2044]

Io voglio comprarne una a anello come si fa rispondi grazie

[@pkoi5]

Hello, the link is dead. Would you have a new one please for the same block? Thank you

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

You should be able to search it up on Ebay or Amazon. Just make sure it is at least 2 or 2.5 inches and steel.

[@pkoi5]

@@CoinRingsfromTheMint Thank you. Yours on the video is 2 or 2.5'? Just to know. ;)

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

@@pkoi5 It is a 2.5 in the video.

[@pkoi5]

@@CoinRingsfromTheMint Thank you

[@ambrosewaters3305]

Hi. Where did you purchase the punch/die/spacer for the UK Silver Half Crown used in this video?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Ambrose Waters I got it through these guys. etsy.me/2mzpNSS

[@davidrivera5114]

Hey bro awesome video hope all is well. Keep in touch be safe

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Thanks David!

[@DRAGNET-pn5vf]

COOL👍!!!!!!

[@user-op9oy6ow6q]

그거 기계 이름이 머에요?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+아이폰 도핑 블록은 도구의 이름입니다

[@neosson3256]

So isnt the metals used on coins toxic?

[@jamesedwards7442]

No, American coins are made of metals that are safe to wear, such as copper and silver (Pre-1965).

[@michaelpthompson]

Love the idea. I got the dapping block, but am having desperate trouble finding ball bearings that big. Otherwise, great video.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Michael Thompson You can find an entire set for coin ring making on eBay. Just search ball bearings coin rings.

[@michaelpthompson]

Thanks, I'll look. I wound up buying a set of round ball punches from Harbor Freight. They do well, though you have to hit them with a hammer, not press them.

[@gliddy6282]

Liked and subbed.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Thanks!

[@anonimov9107]

You destructed some nice piece of art. With cleaning.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+anonimov Oh man you almost made me cry lol

[@kirkolrech4545]

what size is the block?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+kirk olrech the one in this video is a 2.5" block. I personally use a 2" block for most things though.

[@kirkolrech4545]

thank you!

[@babloosohialafzal3784]

change type articall

[@Astroponicist]

An arbor press can be better than a hydraulic press.

[@CrucesNomad1]

So far absolutely no luck doing this. I am using smaller clad coins. So practice practice practice for me.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+John Day using just a sapping block might be one of your problems if that's what you are using. They are really tough to keep straight.

[@CrucesNomad1]

Agreed. Slowly putting shop together. Hf just sent me coupon for a powder coat setup gor 55 bucks. Is that good.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

John Day I probably wouldn't get a powder coat set up if it was free :) I would spend money on the basics of dies before spending anything else.

[@CrucesNomad1]

Coin Rings from The Mint - Change You Can Wear just cut my thumb installing a light. wint be doing much for awhile.

[@ultimatefacepainting]

for quarters, because that's all I have

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+UltimateFacePainting Balloons & Bubbles That would be tough. You can use a dipping block with a press of some kind. Quarters don't get a good fat tire look like larger coins can though.

[@RJ67.]

What do you think about the dapping tool kit H.F. has ? www.harborfreight.com/25-piece-doming-block-and-punch-set-93539.html

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

That I don't know about. I have never personally used them. It could be a good deal though.

[@RJ67.]

Thank you

[@ninebreaker1840]

I have one. It works fine, no problems.

[@samhilger5761]

How can I get a punched wuarter

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

I have quite a few videos on all sorts of ways to do it.

[@samhilger5761]

@@CoinRingsfromTheMint this was 3 years ago and now I have a decent set of tools, thanks for the information and let me know if you ever feel like selling used tools

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

@@samhilger5761 Way cool!

[@samhilger5761]

@@CoinRingsfromTheMint you have any tools you're gonna retire any time soon?

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

@@samhilger5761 Sorry but no :)

[@markcregger5878]

Where can i Get the doming block and the balls I just retired and want to try this

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Mark Cregger You can find them on ebay. But i would recommend a different setup than a doming block to start. Here is that video. Thanks! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6SZkH2nerFrfLM

[@alikamal9509]

A greeting to the Iraqi money on the wall - loool

[@quickdrawmcgraw6396]

good vid!

[@alexhoward6292]

They’re rare

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Alex Howard They are about the farthest thing from rare you can get. I get them by the roll for next to nothing.

[@kyriakoschristofides9759]

can you hit the ball with a hammer

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

+Kyriakos Christofides no that won't get it even at all.

[@finnia-mithundundhuhn9102]

Sorry for my very bad english 😉 My Christmaspresent is a Dapping Block (in German "Würfelanke") and one of my first Projects are a Coinring - i hope i can make a nice Ring 😊 Greetings from the Middle of Germany

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Way cool!

[@patman0250]

Coin making on a budget? That literally looks the same as your other professional died ones you're talking about.

[@CoinRingsfromTheMint]

Except it’s one vs a whole pile of them. Just giving options

[@hyve2212]

efficiency tho

[@alancook2752]

Old video guy tell them About the new ways

[@jamesedwards7442]

He is making new videos with the new methods... This video is from 5 years ago.

[@alikamal9509]

You are so proud with your 6 ton pressure hhhh