an item is engraved once it has had grooves or lines cut, carved, or etched into its hard surface. wood, stone, and metal are all materials commonly used in the engraving process. engraving has both functional and decorative applications. some of the industries that commonly make use of the...

engraving takes a piece of precious metal, stone, or wood and gives it a unique look while endowing it with a sense of permanence and ownership.   the engraving process etches designs, signs, or insignias into the surface of the material by removing a portion of it. the four basic...