Bible Dictionary
Engraver
An engraver was a skilled artisan who carved names or designs on metal, stone, rings, seals, and other objects. Engraving was especially used for the stones and plate of the high priest’s garments.
Definition
An engraver was an artificer in wood, stone, or metal whose work included cutting names or designs on rings, seals, signets, and other objects.
Biblical Usage
Engraving is especially associated with the high priest’s garments. The onyx stones, the twelve jewels, and the plate of the mitre bore inscriptions.
Historical Background
The engraver’s work involved precious materials and sacred vestments, including the stones and plate attached to the high priest’s dress.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Heb. harash (Ex. 35:35; 38:23) means properly an artificer in wood, stone, or metal. The chief business of the engraver was cutting names or devices on rings and seals and signets (Ex. 28:11, 21, 36; Gen. 38:18).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
His chief business was cutting names or devices on rings and seals; the only notices of engraving are in connection with the high priest’s dress—the two onyx stones, the twelve jewels and the mitre-plate having inscriptions on them. (Exodus 28:11,21,36)