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] Interesting how the use of the word "Pallion" has different uses. Yes I know the normal use in our trade is to describe little pieces of solder BUT here the other meaning is the little pieces of gold or silver that are used under clear enamel on watch faces and jewellery as decoraton. these...

Hi all. If the recent batch of Ted Frater's posts seem out of sequence with the thread, or slightly confused in sequence or something, the fault may be mine. Ted finds that he has to post to the group by forwarding his messages via direct email, rather than through the usual use of a news server....

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Hi, I would appreciate any practical advice on preparing a red brass alloy for chasing work. I read about the alloy in Oppi Untracht's book "Jewelry - Concepts and Technology" and would like to apply it in the workshop. Thanks

Hi - I'm looking for a 2 hole autism puzzle awareness bead/charm that can be made into a stretch bracelet. I've been looking online but haven't had any luck. Suggestions? Thanks! Lisa

Hi All, Back in September, I posted a question here asking about forming and soldering a couple of 14K white gold rings. I received a bunch of helpful replies here as well as a number of off-list emails from folks who offered much helpful advice. I just wanted to say "THANKS!" to all who...

Hi everybody, It was suggested to me I try you guys out, hopefully someone can help?! I'm looking for someone who can either supply/make or infrorm me of where i can get some square bezel cups that are 2cm square and about 4mm deep - or close to those measurements (in silver) t would be a bonus if...

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I use argentium silver for my wire wrapping and 925 silver for casting. Was perusing the Rio Grande catalog and came across Argentium casting grains. My question - has anyone used Argentium silver for casting? Have you seen a noticeable difference in casting? Is it better or...

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Hello, Does anybody know what properties small amounts of silver (up to 10% by weight) impart to typical copper alloys like 87Copper : 13Tin or 70Copper : 30Zinc? I'm assuming that the above mentioned amounts of silver can be absorbed into the alloys in question. Any info. very much appreciated.

I have an old friend named Gabriel Steve Sloan who is a gem dealer. I cannot find him. His mom moved from her Miami (FL) home after his dad died and I lost touch. The last I heard he was living in southern Mexico where he owned some gem mines. The only other info I have on him is that his brother,...

Win a $100.00 Shopping Spree! http://rocknrocks.com/beadingcontest.php Our wire mesh ribbon contest was so much fun that we decided to have another contest! This time, the beading contest theme is "multiple strand necklaces". Multiple strand necklaces are a big trend right now - including in our...

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Thanks to Peter Rowe for getting me out of this pickle! A word of caution on the use of vinegar and salt. I had a failed casting (covered with investment) that I thought I might experiment on. I dipped a q-tip in apple cider vinegar and then in salt and proceeded to rub the silver piece. I was...

Greetings, my name is Jim Revells I am a craftsperson doing both modern metalsmithing & experimental archaeology. I am moving to Wilmington, Vermont to open a gift store & art gallery. So, I need to find artist that are willing to consign some of their goods in my new store "Olaf's Plunder"....

I'm a chemist by training, but I've done much work with biologicals. I developed what many would consider a bizarre (top secret) method of moldmaking and casting so I could make accurate biological sculptures. I then thrashed about for some time looking for something to do with "my little...