Polishing
Polishing jewelry is one of the most important steps in jewelry making—because only with the right polish does each piece get its unique shine. Whether gold, silver, or platinum: polishing not only gives jewelry a classy look, but also protects the surface and highlights the design. There’s even a special apprenticeship for this important job—fine polisher. With us, you can be sure that you will receive jewelry of the highest quality, as we have our own polishing department with well-trained specialists. We also offer an apprenticeship as a fine polisher (m/f/d) every year.

Why polishing is so important in the jewelry industry
During the manufacturing process, fine scratches and unevenness appear on the metal. These are removed through careful polishing—from rough preliminary work to fine high-gloss polishing. This requires experience, tact, and the right polishing agent. The goal: a perfectly smooth, even surface that reflects light optimally. Or the perfect finish in the desired surface structure, which we will present to you below.

An overview of the most important jewelry surfaces
High-gloss polished
The most popular finish in the jewelry industry. It is achieved through several stages of polishing with special polishing pastes and ensures a mirror-like shine.
Advantage: Radiantly elegant and luxurious.
Disadvantage: Sensitive to scratches.
Typical for: Wedding rings, engagement rings, chains, pendants.


Matt/ Silkmatt
Here, the surface is slightly roughened so that the light is softly diffused. Often combined with high gloss to create contrasts.
Effect: Timeless, modern, and less maintenance-intensive. Appears silky, understated, and modern.
Advantage: Less sensitive to fingerprints and small scratches, ideal for combinations, special lighting effect.
Disadvantage: Loss of the original matte effect (surface becomes shiny over time), sensitive to deep scratches, not as brilliant as high gloss.
Typical for: Men’s rings or modern jewelry designs.
Brushed
Fine lines are applied with wire brushes, creating a handcrafted-looking texture.
Effect: Technical, clear, and striking. Elegant.
Advantages: Small scratches and fingerprints are less visible, individual design options (direction and intensity of brushing can be varied, e.g., horizontal, vertical), combination with glossy surfaces, reduced light reflection.
Disadvantage: Strong friction can cause the brushing to fade and become irregular, not as shiny as high gloss, requires extensive care to refresh, deeper scratches visible.
Care: Resistant, can be reworked if necessary.

Sandblasted
Fine abrasives give the surface an even, velvety matt finish.
Effect: Modern, elegant, and subtle.
Advantage: Modern and matte look, hides scratches and fingerprints, can be combined with other finishes.
Disadvantage: Wear and loss of shine, deeper scratches visible, not as brilliant as high gloss, complex manufacturing process.
Typical for: White gold, platinum, or simple designs.
Ice matt/hammer finish
argeted strokes or irregular structures create a unique surface – each piece is one of a kind.
Effect: Lively, rustic, and individual. Rough, slightly grainy structure. Shimmers subtly, appears lively. Used particularly in modern designs.
Advantage: Unique, handcrafted look, less susceptible to fingerprints and small scratches, soft light reflections, slight shimmer, rustic and modern at the same time.
Disadvantage: Difficult to repair or rework, not as shiny as high gloss, irregular wear visible, complex production.
The interplay of surface and design
Choosing the right finish is crucial: high gloss emphasizes the shape and brilliance of the metal, while matte or textured finishes add depth and character. Combinations are particularly exciting—for example, a matte ring with a shiny edge.
Fazit
Polishing jewelry is a true craft. Different finishes—from high gloss to brushed to ice matt—create unique pieces of jewelry that reflect personality and style. This turns every ring, pendant, or bracelet into a small work of art with character.

