COMMEMORATIVE

This is an important aspect of the hand engraver’s skill, whereby objects can be transformed into a unique piece through the application of inscriptions, portraits, or scenes, to create a celebration or remembrance of something significant to the recipient. This could be a simple wedding ring, or a grand gesture such as a trophy or Quaich. Many engravers and engraving firms depend on this type of work as their staple income, engraving gifts for anniversaries, birthdays, and other special occasions. It is sometimes mistakenly thought that this is the least demanding of the engraving skills – quite the opposite. It requires a huge amount of experience, knowledge and talent. Often, special tools need to be fashioned to engrave the inside of rings and three-dimensional forms. Certain times of the year that mark important religious holidays, sports tournaments, etc. are also busy times in the workshop. Craftsmen have to be able to work under pressure, which is crucial for completing jobs in a limited timeframe.