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beads not amber - but what are they? by
Richard Wright
I have a necklace supposedly bought in the 1930s.
Photo at
http://www.filepocket.com/users/51/Necklace1.jpg
The photo captures the colour and texture reasonably well. The more
orange parts are in fact just translucent, and the yellower parts
opaque inclusions.
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Beavertail bails - desperate! by
Marlene DeLugish
Hi all ....... does anyone know where I can get beavertail bails to use on
earrings? To be more specific, beavertail bails are flat, shaped somewhat
like a beavertail and have a small hole at the end so that an earwire can be
placed in it. They are glued onto the back of a cab, and come in...
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September 29th 04 02:57 AM
by C Ryman
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beginner by
nikki
I would like to start making my own jewellery as a hobbie. Does anyone
know how i would go about getting started.
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May 16th 04 04:21 AM
by Rose
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Beginner chasing and repousse tools by
[email protected]
Is there an internet supplier for small jewelry size (earrings,
broaches, rings, etc.) chasing tools? I will eventually learn to
forge my own, but would like to purchase a few ready-made tools to get
started. Any suggestions for a minimalist starting set of tools? I
would like to practice and...
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Beginner needs help with resources by
Kat
Hi,
My name is Kathy. I am a 35 year-old Mother of 3 who is about to
start med school. I am a newbie and was wondering if any of you could
help me with online resources for basic jewelry making information as
well as any advice on suppliers.
Thanks in advance for all your help
Kat
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January 10th 04 03:01 AM
by chunk
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beginning-- making pens; enamel, silversmithing? books? by
Bernard Arnest
Hi,
I am interested in making a pen over the summer. It will be made
from scratch. The nib will be engraved. The barrel (brass, probably,
for economy; silver for the future) and cap will be decorated in
guilloche, and then enamel over this.
In the near future, I am also interested in making a...
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Bench Jewelers Needed by
M. Fein
If you want EXCELLENT working conditions, A GREAT BENEFIT PACKAGE and
No Retail Hours THIS MAY BE FOR YOU. FDC is looking for Setter's &
Polishers.
Salaries To 50,000 Per Year & More To Start. Guaranteed Salary
Reviews, Bonuses, Guaranteed Employment, Profit Sharing, 401K, Health
Insurance, Paid...
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September 17th 03 04:23 PM
by M. Fein
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Benrus watch by
C Ryman
Hi all,
I usually just lurk, but I thought I would ask for some options.
I have found a vintage Benrus ladies watch in the parking lot. The crystal
is cracked and it is not keeping good time. The back has 1951 (year?) 14K
gold (it's very white metal so I'm guessing it's white gold). It has...
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Bent ring site by
RB Jones
Thank you for your responses so far. To see what I am talking about please
go to this site http://touchwoodrings.com/
The rings are beautiful and not inexpensive. They are works of art in my
view.
Thanks again
Bob Jones
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Bent ring site by
RB Jones
Thank you for your responses so far. To see what I am talking about please
go to this site http://touchwoodrings.com/
The rings are beautiful and not inexpensive. They are works of art in my
view.
Thanks again
Bob Jones
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January 11th 06 05:38 PM
by Abrasha
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Beryllium treat sapphire. by
Séimí mac Liam
"Bulk diffusion or beryllium treatment is a treatment that has only
been known to the market for a short period of time. It is obvious
now that this treatment has been experimented with for much longer
but it is unknown how many gems entered the market before this
treatment was disclosed - a...
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best place for appraisal? by
Bob Devine
I have a newbie question- I recently was given a very
nice sapphire/diamond bracelet and I would like to
determine its price.
Are there any general recommendation for appraisals?
I'm near Santa Fe, which has a lot of high-end jewelers,
but, should I seek out one that specializes in...
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Best Place for Calibrated Cabochons? by
Dale
Where's a good place to find calibrated cabochon gemstones? I need a bunch
of 9x7s and 8x6s of sapphires, rubies, amethyst, topaz, etc. Lab created
corundum would be fine to start with. Rio Grande has these, but they only go
up to 7x5. Why is that? Anyone ever deal with Gem Resources...
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September 15th 03 03:25 AM
by Dale
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Best place to buy Sapphires? by
Tracer
Looking for a reputable but discount source for a nice sapphire ring,size
4.5 for my wife.Any recommendations? Does it matter if I buy a heated
(treated) sapphire or not?
thanks
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April 8th 04 01:54 AM
by Tracer
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Best place to shop my wares? by
GemsMan
Hi Folks,
I'm an amateur Jeweler/Stone Setter & have amassed a good amount of
Genuine Gemstone Jewelry pieces. I sell some locally but wondering
where is the best place or method to sell my inventory via the net
without setting up a website. Is there a real busy/active messageboard
or existing...
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Best source for sterling silver snake chain? by
lavachickie
I'm a glass fuser, selling my pendants. I want to include a good
quality 18" or 20" snake chain as an option -- preferably for a low
"add-on" price. Of course I want CHEAP, but I also want the cost to
balance well with quality.
I'm swimming in options when I search online, of course. I'd love...
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best white gold? by
m4816k
14k vs. 18k?
Palladium vs. nickel?
Which brings the best white color? Thanks!
( 1 2)
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BEWARE CAST-SET JEWELRY by
BW
BEWARE CAST-SET JEWELRY
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Q. WHAT IS IT?
A. Cast in place is a process where stones are "set" in wax or plastic
models before the ring is cast in precious metal. Most common in lower end
gold jewelry with diamond "chips" or invisible settings, the process removes
the...
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Bezel cups by
CshellX
Hello
I am trying to find oval bezel cups with a scalloped or serrated edge, about 1
inch or so in length. I would prefer a gold toned metal, but could work with
others as well. I am trying to use it as a base for brooches.
Appreciate any help you can give me locating...
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July 19th 03 11:28 PM
by Leo
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Bezel strips by
C Ryman
Does anyone know of a supplier selling Argentium bezel strips? Rio Grande
probably won't have them until August.
--
Connie Ryman
Cryman Studio
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February 26th 06 04:05 AM
by C Ryman
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