|
|
Help with Gemstone Cutting by
Ronnie Parker
To all: I am new at the gem stone hobby, but can someone tell me if it is
better to polish a rough gemstone first, then facet cut, or vice versa?
Thanks.
BBL
|
|
9 |
962 |
|
|
Looking for a supplier in the UK by
Manic Poster
Hi everyone.
Can anyone suggest a good supplier (on line or otherwise) in the UK.
I need to purchase a diamond tester and a gold/silver testing kit (the acid
kind).
Also has anyone used a Mizar Prestige II, if so are you happy with it?
Not sure if I should buy a Mizar Prestige II or a Diamond...
|
|
1 |
873 |
|
|
Ok,. Ted, Alan, Don... some notes from your Moderator... by
Peter W.. Rowe,
In no particular order, guys, but addressed to the apparent fact that you three seem to
be engaged, intentionally and willingly or not, in some minor squabbling. seems silly.
Here are my thoughts.
Arguments.
Please remember that this newsgroup is moderated. Part of my job as moderator is...
|
February 13th 05 09:40 AM
by Abrasha
|
3 |
939 |
|
|
silicosis handout - (good for glass teachers) by
[email protected]
I've posted a PDF of the Silicosis handout I use when I teach advanced
glass powders and frits.
This is for anyone working with glass powders, enamels, most refractory
products, etc.
Some of the information may be obvious -- some probably is not.
Feel free to copy and distribute - especially if...
|
|
0 |
899 |
|
|
Tack Welders by
C. Gates
I just looked at a magazine article in which a person used an ABI Tack
II machine to tack weld many small parts in place before soldering them.
Sure made binding wire look like something from the dark ages. And it
also seemed to open doors for some design possibilities that I'd never
even consider...
|
|
0 |
693 |
|
|
a few questions from a beginner by
gene lewis
Hello all,
I'm a machinist who has been trying to teach myself some jewelry techniques
over the last several months, and have decided to finally ask all the
questions that have come up in my reading and experimentation.
First off, some background. I have been a machinist for the past 12...
|
|
2 |
800 |
|
|
Tack Welders by
C. Gates
I just looked at a magazine article in which a person used an ABI Tack
II machine to tack weld many small parts in place before soldering them.
Sure made binding wire look like something from the dark ages. And it
also seemed to open doors for some design possibilities that I'd never
even consider...
|
|
0 |
701 |
|
|
[ADVERT] Cooperation by
www.diamondscenter.net
Dear Customers
We are looking for foreign trade partners specializing in selling jewelry.
Our offer can be found at our website www.diamondscenter.net
If you are interested in the cooperation with us, you will receive a
wholesale price list and the terms of cooperation.
Best regards
Tomasz...
|
|
0 |
949 |
|
|
|
February 12th 05 06:08 PM
by br
|
1 |
657 |
|
|
anaclastic and synclastic metal work by
Shairose Jetha
Hi
I was wondering if anyone was doing anaclastic and synclastic
metalwork that could advise me on the basic tool to begin with?
I have done some silver smithing for the past 3yrs and would like to
get int the anaclastic and synclastic metalwork esp jewellery.
any advice would be appreciated
|
|
2 |
1,584 |
|
|
|
|
1 |
870 |
|
|
|
February 12th 05 04:08 AM
by afh
|
0 |
838 |
|
|
Salt and vinegar pickling solution? by
J. Dawson
Hi,
I've read in numerous places that it's possible to pickle copper and
silver after soldering with a solution of salt and vinegar, but nowhere
have I found information relating to proportions of the ingredients.
As a beginner at soldering metal, I'm interested in trying this at least
for my...
( 1 2)
|
|
15 |
3,081 |
|
|
|
|
0 |
624 |
|
|
a few questions from a beginner by
gene lewis
Hello all,
I'm a machinist who has been trying to teach myself some jewelry techniques
over the last several months, and have decided to finally ask all the
questions that have come up in my reading and experimentation.
First off, some background. I have been a machinist for the past 12...
|
|
0 |
560 |
|
|
14kt white gold ring bends??? by
[email protected]
i have a ring that i just got a few weeks ago and its made of 14kt
white gold and the top part is actually bending! like if you gently
touch it, the little design area that has the little things sticking
out actually move.
here's how the design actually...
|
|
0 |
765 |
|
|
14kt white gold ring bends??? by
[email protected]
i have a ring that i just got a few weeks ago and its made of 14kt
white gold and the top part is actually bending! like if you gently
touch it, the little design area that has the little things sticking
out actually move.
here's how the design actually...
|
|
1 |
819 |
|
|
trademarking a makers mark by
New Grad
Hi, my name is Amanda Lee, and I just graduated with my BFA in Metals and
Jewelry in December. I have spent the month of January making some jewelry,
and I would like to try to sell it. But before I do, I need some advice
about makers marks.
I have been working in sterling silver and have...
( 1 2 3)
|
|
20 |
2,865 |
|
|
are these pearls real? by
Andi
Hello everyone,
Just wondering if any of you could help me determine whether pearls on
this picture are real...
http://www.andreassteiner.net/temp/
Many thanks in advance!
( 1 2)
|
February 10th 05 02:24 AM
by Maria
|
14 |
1,498 |
|
|
diamonds wanted by
Lawrence
hi
i'm looking for low-clarity "I" diamonds such as...i2, i3, i4, i5 , i6, and
promotional diamonds.
at least a carat in size.
any color and cut will do.
email me, if you have some or know someone that deals with this low-end
stuff.
|
|
1 |
841 |