Create your original cuttlefish bone cast jewelry.
At a glance
Create your original cuttlefish bone cast jewelry. is a 4h small-group experience in Florence, Italy, operated by Microfficina Gioielli. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $320.68 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Silver and finishing ...and final aperitif! I'll give you the silver for your jewel (Gr 20) I'll do any extra work to finish it. The gems or the shipping will be paid separately..
Highlights
- Small group of up to 3 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 3 travellers
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
I'm an artist and master jeweller, art lover and food passioned, I still haven’t decided yet what I’m going to do when I grow up, meanwhile (since 1982) I design jewels and I like teach jewelry-making. In 2013 I was appointed Master of Art by Tuscany Govt. I always like meeting new people, find new inspirations, sharing my knowledge... and telling stories about my work and my city. The ancient cuttlefish bone casting technique, already known by the Egyptians more than 2000 years ago, is one of my favorites is one of my favourites and it's easy to learn. The cuttlefish bone is easy to carve to make a mold that will be filled with melted silver. After my instuctions it will be your turn to project and carve the bone into the shape of your own jewel. You will make your personalized pendant or ring, choosing from the proposed models; I will help individually to reach the best result. In the mold just carved I will cast the melted silver and you'll see immediately the rough jewel.
What's included
What's included
- Silver and finishing ...and final aperitif! I'll give you the silver for your jewel (Gr 20) I'll do any extra work to finish it. The gems or the shipping will be paid separately.
Not included
- Any shipping costs of the jewel excluded. (from € 10italy €20 Europe € 50 other countries)
Itinerary
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We will meet in my own small creative workshop (10 minutes walk from the Santa Maria Novella railway station) where I'll teach you, step by step, how to create a jewel using the technique of cuttlebone casting.This ancient technique, already known by the Egyptians more than 2000 years ago, is one of my favourites and it's easy to learn. The cuttlefish bone is easy to carve to make a mold that will be filled with melted silver. After my instuctions it will be your turn to project and carve the bone into the shape of your own jewel. You will make your personalized pendant or ring, choosing from the proposed models; I will help individually to reach the best result. In the mold just carved I will cast the melted silver and you'll see immediately the rough jewel. After the "hard" work we will reach the hidden garden of a small bar near my laboratory where I will offer you an aperitif and we will discuss together how to finish your jewel!
No special knowledge or skills are required to fully enjoy this experience
Comfortable and informal clothes are recommended.
The same evening you can pick up your jewel at my laboratory!
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Create your original cuttlefish bone cast jewelry. take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $320.68 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Silver and finishing ...and final aperitif! I'll give you the silver for your jewel (Gr 20) I'll do any extra work to finish it. The gems or the shipping will be paid separately..
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
