The process of creating the jewelry Façonnier.
3D design
Creating a story
From freehand sketches to realistic 3D renderings, all our jewelry is created by our in-house design team. Once a design is selected it is drawn in 3D via a computer to be used and designed. This is where the creative process begins.
The use of 3D printing
A craftsman with 4.0 methods
Our latest generation 3D printer prints waxes down to 0.10 microns. Combined with traditional manufacturing, this allows us to create the best conditions of quality and reliability for our collections. It also allows us to be more reactive in our creation process.
Our selection of stones
Quality sourcing
Façonnier has a network of lapidaries around the world to ensure quality sourcing in accordance with the best practices of the jewellery industry. We also develop our own stone cuts, using a wide range of gems. For diamonds, we work exclusively with natural stones of minimum G quality.
3D printing
A craftsman with 4.0 methods
Our latest generation 3D printer prints waxes down to 0.10 microns. Combined with traditional manufacturing, this allows us to create the best conditions of quality and reliability for our collections. It also allows us to be more reactive in our creation process.
Our stone selection
Quality sourcing
Façonnier has a network of lapidaries around the world to ensure quality sourcing in accordance with the best practices of the jewellery industry. We also develop our own stone cuts, using a wide range of gems. For diamonds, we work exclusively with natural stones of minimum G quality.
The melt shaft
From the idea to the realization
Waxes made with the 3D printer or traditional molds are placed on a wax tree. The imprint of the tree will become fixed in the plaster, an essential preparatory step for a quality gold casting. It is this tree that gives birth to the jewellery.
Custom-made jewellery, in your own way
The melting of gold
From gold bead to jewel
The quality of a lost wax casting is the result of a skilful coordination between time and temperature. The expertise of our founders is reflected in the surface quality of our jewelry. Our teams work in 18-carat gold alloys.
Jewellery
The excellence of French know-how
Through their work, our jewellers honour the excellence of more than one hundred years of French know-how. The jewelers work on the jewels just separated from their tree. In our workshop, the most experienced show the way to the youngest.
The crimpers
The art of magnifying a gem
Setting a jewel is one of the most complicated steps that requires precision and concentration. To achieve an exceptional result, a century of accumulated know-how has been passed down from generation to generation.
Welding
Precision is key
Laser welding allows for a perfect finish while getting as close to the stone as possible. This method complements the traditional torch and band furnace welding to offer a flawless technical solution.
Polishing
Exceptional finish
Polishing is a crucial step, it is what will give the soul to the jewel. At Façonnier, we naturally attach great importance to manual polishing as well as to tribofinishing.
The engraving
Messenger of your ideas
In this operation, we invite you to engrave your message on your jewel forever. Our workshops use laser engraving.
Electroplating
Ultimate finishing touch
The ultra-sound bath, degreasing, rhodium plating and drying are the final operations that will sublimate our jewellery. It is at this stage that the jewel will find its shine and its brightness that we know.
Jewellery
The excellence of French know-how
Through their work, our jewellers honour the excellence of more than one hundred years of French know-how. The jewelers work on the jewels just separated from their tree. In our workshop, the most experienced show the way to the youngest.
Welding
Precision is key
Laser welding allows for a perfect finish while getting as close to the stone as possible. This method complements the traditional torch and band furnace welding to offer a flawless technical solution.
The engraving
Messenger of your ideas
In this operation, we invite you to engrave your message on your jewel forever. Our workshops use laser engraving.
The melting of gold
From gold bead to jewel
The quality of a lost wax casting is the result of a skilful coordination between time and temperature. The expertise of our founders is reflected in the surface quality of our jewelry. Our teams work in 18-carat gold alloys.
The crimpers
The art of magnifying a gem
Setting a jewel is one of the most complicated steps that requires precision and concentration. To achieve an exceptional result, a century of accumulated know-how has been passed down from generation to generation.
Polishing
Exceptional finish
Polishing is a crucial step, it is what will give the soul to the jewel. At Façonnier, we attach great importance to
naturally places great importance on manual polishing and tribofinishing.
Electroplating
Ultimate finishing touch
The ultra-sound bath, degreasing, rhodium plating and drying are the final operations that will sublimate our jewellery. It is at this stage that the jewel will find its shine and its brightness that we know.
Delivery & Shipping
Receive your jewel safely
Last step before you can wear your jewel: the delivery. It is assured by DHL which is our exclusive partner. It ensures a delivery in 4 working days for the jewels in stock, given on signature only. If the jewels are victims of their success and are no longer available in stock, it is necessary to count 3 weeks of manufacturing delay.
