Have you ever heard of Dzi beads? Dzi beads are Tibet’s ancient and famous beads also known as God beads. They are known to have good luck properties, such as keeping away evil spirits, protecting against natural catastrophes, finding love, increasing energy or being happy in life. There are many...

I'm in the market for a used faceting machine. Must be in good condition. Will consider any unit if the price is right, but would like a non-Graves machine. Any leads are appreciated. Thanks!

Does anyone have any experience with ultrasonic jewelry cleaners that just use tap water? I'd love to be good the environment and not use chemicals if I can. But I don't want to buy something that doesn't work and end up tossing into a landfill. Any advice would be appreciated. -- "Be...

On Mar 17, 10:42*pm, Peter W. Rowe wrote: On Tue, 17 Mar 2009 21:23:00 -0700, in rec.crafts.jewelry Ted Frater wrote: I thought *some time ago that perhaps to generate more "action" on this newsgroup, it might be an idea for...

Okay, so first I went to my local Pet Smart, where I found a six-inch cuttlebone in the bird aisle. I paid two dollars for it. After that, I went to Michael's, where I bought a razor blade knife, and some double-sided tape. Finally, I went to the Home Depot, where I got a stone tile, and some...

Hi, I recently moved from Israel to Los Angeles (to Mar Vista area) and I=92m looking for recommendations for the following providers and professionals in L.A.: * Gold seller (24K, not processed) * Casting place * Diamonds and gems seller * Gold supplies (chains, clasps etc.) * Stone setter

Hello, folks. The last time I posted here, I was casting zinc arrow heads. Recently, I have been hanging out with lead bullet casters. And now it looks like I need to learn how to cast brass. The reason is because I want to build a bottom-pour pot. I already know from experience that when...

Here's a long-shot Despite months of searching, even at the Cyma website, I have not been able to find information about my watch. It's a CYMA Rubisaphir, gold, onyx and diamond mens dress/formal digital chronometer. I've put it up for auction on ebay for a fraction of it's value in the hope I...

This once was a site with usually excellent content. Valid and timely comments were posted, questions that got good responses, etc. I backed off for a personal reason, and recently returned. Cast of characters has changed, topics as well. I have always related the jewelry industry with a step up...

Hello all, I have sitting in front of me a piece of cats eye malachite I have put on the web some photos of this piece he http://www.cnaw.us/catseyemalachite/catseyemalachite.html Of course those photos don't do it justice. . I was wondering if anyone knows of any retailer online or off that...

I am not even sure if rhinestones are what you would call them, but I see jewelry sold everywhere with links or "beads" that are silver and have colored rhinestones in them. (Not rondells) Many necklaces have charms/pendants made this way, but I am looking for something that can be strung...

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Would anyone know when the law was passed that the metal content had to be stamped on each piece of jewelry made ? 20's ? 30's ? 40's? please respond to Thanks Frank

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Sorry I don't have a number for you but I know there was a lapidary Journal article on making and using a pressure caster. maybe less that 2 years ago? Anyway, try searching the index/archives over at ttheir website. Also, the Karl Fischer/Pforzheim catalog lists a pressure caster, maybe it lists a...

I have a diamond engagement ring which needs shipping to Thailand from the UK. It's worth about $3000. Can anyone recommend a way of shipping this ring securely or at least covered by insurance should it go missing?

I have a ring made of cheaper metal (not sure what it is) but I was cleaning with bleach and it turned a deep purple with tarnish. Is there any way to clean this off?

I bought a "rolex" for $1,350.00 It is pre-owned. I bought it as a genuine, but could still be real good replica. I cannot see the serial # on the back, but I know that at the begining, rolex would put them inside the back case. Is this true? On each end of the band where it meets the case, it...

I have a ring with 14KP stamped inside it. Does this mean it's 14Karat plated rather than solid gold? Also, what does the copyright sign mean when it's stamped inside a ring - is it signifying cubic zirconia rather than diamonds as the "diamond" gems? Dave

I don't know how many of you do your own faceting...But I was wondering if you could offer any insight to a good entry level machine, and the costs associated with this. Dave