Abstract: A jig is disclosed for properly positioning an article to be engraved by a laser engraving machine along with a method of using the jig and machine. The jig includes a light source that projects beams of light onto an article to be engraved. The light beams typically intersect and thereby indicate the correct location for the article to be positioned for engraving. A retaining device is provided to engage the article and hold it in the proper place during engraving.