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opal cutting by
TimW
Hi there,
Does anyone know if there are any people in the USA
experienced in cutting opal? I used to be an opal miner back in
Australia many moons ago and still have a few bits and pieces around
that I wouldn't mind having someone cut for me to see how they come up.
Anybody know if...
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Metal value of a gold watch? by
Tim
I had two gold watches; a 18k Longines and a 14k Accutron. I gave them to a
jeweler to see if she could sell them. She found they had no value over the
metal value, but lost them before returning them.
She is willing to pay for their value, but doesn't know how much gold is
contained in a...
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Buying Diamond Jewelry: Know What To Look For by
tyo
In judging diamond jewelry it is a common occurrence to get a diamonds
shape and the cut mixed up. The cut of a diamond describes the
performance of light, dimensions, and finish. Shape is just the outline
of the diamond from a top view. In judging diamond jewelry you must
make sure there is a good...
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September 29th 06 06:19 PM
by Abrasha
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September 29th 06 04:25 AM
by br
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casting investment by
Charlie Leo
I've been casting (as an amateur) for at least 20 years. I may have
'missed' 6 or 7 castings in the last 5 years - not bad for a non-
professional. However, I don't know exactly what goes on during the
last part of the burn out cycle. I use steam to dewax the molds, then
use a 300 degree F. in...
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Stainless Steel Ring Material by
LittleNipper
I have decided that I'm never going to find the ring i want and
therefor i am going to make the ring myself. My problem is not knowing
where can i find a place to get Stainless Steel to make a fairly large
ring. (about size 11, high school grad ring style...)
Any idea where i can get ahold of...
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September 26th 06 02:29 AM
by Abrasha
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rolling mill questions by
br
Hello all,
I've been a lost-wax caster for over thirty years, and I never really
learned to use a rolling mill. I never even bought one, because I could
always figure out how to get along without it. I have several questions for
you bench experts concerning rolling gold wire. For an upcoming...
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September 23rd 06 09:45 PM
by br
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How Fast Should A Trim Saw Run? by
Too_Many_Tools
Hi,
I have an used Rock Rascal that I wish to use to section rocks and
minerals.
It does not currently have a motor.
From reading supply websites, it would seem that a 1/3 hp 1725 motor is
sold for it.
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Rolling mill thread... a bit of confusion... by
Peter W.. Rowe,
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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rolling mill questions by
ted frater
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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...
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What is the Quality of Gems TV stock (Please see inside) by
anyone
Hi I hope this isn't too off topic but I'm concerned about my Dad - he
seems to have become obsessed with buying the female members of the family
as much Gems TV stuff as he can get hold of - he is convinced it is all top
quality stuff at bargain prices. I'm no expert but having looked at their...
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September 19th 06 02:34 AM
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Re am i bitching by
Castle Jewellers
Many people call themselves "Jewellers".
In my view a "Jeweller" is just someone who sells jewellery of any type.
A seller or threaded of beads may be a jeweller on the basis that they sell
beads which is a type of jewellery.
however, the real craftsman with the real skill is the Goldsmith who...
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[ Classes & Workshops ] CDMA Metalsmithing & Jewelry Arts School by
www.CustomDesignMetalArts.com
http://www.customdesignmetalarts.com Custom Design Metal Arts Studio:
Specializing in Metalsmithing and Jewelry Instruction. Ocala,
Florida.-- Bill Roberts, Owner and Operator of Custom Design Metal
Arts, with over 20 years, full time, experience in decorative metalwork
offers: One on One Classes...
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the secret to a perfect crimp? by
texastwostep
I think I am doing well on my crimping. The question I have is this:
When I crimp the closing bead to put the clasp on, I leave enough
stringing wire to go through 2-3 beads. I have learned from some that
I am supposed to nip the wire so that it doesn't show. However, I have
purchased jewelry...
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Gold soldering question... by
Al A.
Hi All,
I am going to be making a couple of gold rings, simple wedding band
type things. These are going to be made in 14K white gold. I'm hoping
for just a bit of guidance. I am at best a hobbiest at this sort of
thing and have done lots of soldering on silver, both in jewelry making
and for...
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September 9th 06 02:18 AM
by m3rma1d
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Contenti web site? by
Peter W.. Rowe,
After Abrasha posted a link to Contenti's web site, for LOS if I recall, I
clicked his link just to verify it, and was surprised to find the site
unavailable, at least to me, with firefox unable to find the server. An email
to them got a reply that as far as they know, their site is up and...
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Ti - arcing bath of TSP by
[email protected]
The peice: 1"x2"x1/4" 6AL/4V. Prepped with 'Multi-Etch' from Reative
studios.
The power source - mini anodizer also from Reactive.
Cathode is stainless foil (supplied with anodizer)
I started with TSP at 3% and tried all the way up to 25% mixed with
water (not tap but from a 'glacier' reverse...
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buying beads in bulk by
lozza
hello all
i am kind of new to the beading thing but have been going pretty well.
i have recently been looking at online storews on the internet and
would like to kmnow any good sites where i can get beads in bulk for
bargan prices. Any tips? thankss in advance
lozza
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