Precious Metal Engraver
ききんぞくちょうこくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who engraves intricate decorations or letters on the surfaces of precious metals such as gold, silver, and platinum using hand tools and machines.
Description
Precious metal engravers are specialists who use dedicated engraving tools or micromotors to carve decorative patterns or letters onto the surfaces of precious metals such as gold, silver, and platinum. Based on design drawings, they perform delicate and precise work by hand or machine processing to create high-end decorative items like jewelry, medals, and commemorative goods. They also handle refurbishing and repairs of existing products, combining techniques such as polishing and soldering in the finishing process to enhance quality. This field requires a combination of traditional techniques and the latest equipment, demanding high artistic value and precision.
Future Outlook
While demand for high-end decorative items remains stable, artisan aging and skill succession are challenges. Demand for skilled engravers is expected to be maintained through integration with mechanization technologies and increasing custom orders.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled at fine work / Excellent aesthetic sense / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Commissioned Production / Self-employed Sole Proprietor / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Engraver → Engraving Craftsman → Chief Engraver → Jewelry Workshop Owner (Independent Artisan)
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Engraving Tool Operation / Polishing Techniques / Precision Equipment Operation / Soldering
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Design / Jewelry Design / Metallurgy / Reading English Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Extremely fine work requires high precision. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is required to create and reproduce artistic patterns and designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work is mostly performed individually, with little interpersonal negotiation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves calculations of dimensions and proportions, but no advanced mathematical analysis required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mostly seated fine work with little heavy labor. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly individual work with relatively little collaboration with teams. |
Related Qualifications
- Precious Metal Ornament Production Skills Test (National Qualification)
Aliases
- Engraving Artisan
- Metal Engraver
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