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Ring settings by Shannon
Hi there. I need some help. I've recently become the owner of a half-dozen beautiful gemstones that I would like to have set in rings. Can anyone recommend a good website/catalog that has good prices on the settings (without stones)? Every search I do on the internet seems to turn up engagement...
February 3rd 04 06:52 AM
by Don T Go to last post
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Am I paying the right price for this diamond? by Eric
Let me quickly couch this...I am a total novice to diamond buying. That being said: 3.02 carat, radiant cut, d, SI1 (not sure about the quality of the cut, ideal, premium, good, etc.) being quoted $25K for the diamond. Good price?
February 3rd 04 03:01 AM
by Heinrich Butschal Go to last post
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Advice regarding soldering equipment by Raane
I've been learning more & more about jewelry design and construction and am falling in love with the process. I've been using an acetylene torch (no oxygen mix) at the local arts center, but I'm getting serious enough to want to set up a studio at home. What gas and equipment do I want to use? ...
February 3rd 04 03:00 AM
by Fishbre396 Go to last post
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TIDBITS 02/01/04 by Benjamin Mark
If any of you want Tidbits emailed directly, let me know and I'll take care of it. Additionally, if you have friends who you think would enjoy Tidbits, please make them aware of us...and help me increase my circulation. URL (http://www.tyler-adam.com) ====================================== The...
February 2nd 04 08:47 AM
by Benjamin Mark Go to last post
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catelogs wax by Duane Fisher
I am looking for wax co. and catlogs on jewlery defish @defish.net
February 2nd 04 08:47 AM
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Can some gemstones be glued together? by George
Have a look at my ring photo at the link below, please. http://tinyurl.com/2td39 I would like to somehow bond two different gemstones inside one ring. It doesn't have to be the colors or stones in the photo. It is the concept that interests me. Can it be done? If so, what kind of glue would you...
February 2nd 04 08:47 AM
by George Go to last post
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Thank You Barbara for the art fair advice by Rebecca Thomas
Dear Barbara, Thank you so much for the advice. The publications look like they should have the kind of information I need to get started. I really do appreciate the help, as I was at a total loss as where to start. By the way I checked out your website...great jewelry!
February 1st 04 05:47 AM
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Length of a string of pearls by Dan
I have a small double string or pearls I want to sell on Ebay, but I'm not sure what the convention is for describing the length of a string. With the clasp open, from end to end, the double strand measures 17.5". I'm guessing this is the length to give in the listing, but since when worn...
January 31st 04 08:32 AM
by Dan Go to last post
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Q: Carving Crisp Channels in Green Wax by Galileo
Hello Group, I am working on "engraving" a fine pattern into a wax model for a wedding band. The design is made up of more or less even width grooves about 0.020" wide and 0.020" deep. I find that if I am careful with a #6 graver I can get decent straight grooves, but sweeping arcs are very...
January 30th 04 07:42 AM
by Heinrich Butschal Go to last post
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Etching solution by Beelzebub
I gather that nitric or hydrochloric acids are used for etching silver. Could someone please give me an idea of what concentration we're talking about here? Cheers.
January 30th 04 05:55 AM
by Peter W. Rowe Go to last post
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please help with supply by Ned
Am looking for a supplier that carries the backings (findings?) for shirt studs and cufflinks. Am helping a drama theatre project. SUpplier sould be in the US and definetely have something as I have checked over a dozen jewelry suppliers online manually and no one has ANYTHING! THanks, NNed
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January 30th 04 05:49 AM
by Marilee J. Layman Go to last post
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Mexican 'silver' coins by Andy Parker
I have been asked to repair a bracelet made from Mexican coins dated 1883 to 1891. They are all 5 cent pieces bearing the legend MoM 902.7 (or OoS 902.7) 5 centavos on one side and REPUBLICA MEXICANA with the date and an eagle holding a snake on the other. These appear to be silver, anybody know...
January 30th 04 05:49 AM
by Andy Parker Go to last post
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What kind of ring is this? by Noah Smith
Would you say this is a cocktail ring or a cluser ring? I'm not sure. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2687926746 Thanks
January 29th 04 04:40 PM
by m Go to last post
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Q: Deep Etching 303 Stainless by Galileo
Hello Group, I am currently in love with the look of 303 stainless steel jewelry and I would like to experiment with etchinig designs into the steel. Does anyone have a recommendation for deeply etching 303? I have read David Boye's book which recommends bee's wax masks and nitric-muriatic acid...
January 29th 04 04:39 PM
by Galileo Go to last post
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Creating very light hollow metal ornaments by Marin
I wanted to create very light hollow metal ornaments that could float by the buoyancy of the air inside. I wanted to use metal because some parts of the object would need to withstand an ambient temperature of about 100-150 degrees celsius. I figured a good thickness for the metal would be about...
January 29th 04 04:39 PM
by -SP- Go to last post
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Cassell Scarab Ring by Teklord
Did Burt Cassell make a12kt gf scarab ring of Amber Jade, if so what did it sell for?
January 29th 04 04:39 PM
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Art Fair Advice by Rebecca Thomas
I'm a newbie to the art fair scene and am looking for advice. I have a copy of "The Michigan Crafter Magazine". Now I just need figure out which shows to choose, how many should I apply to, where to find display units, should I accept credit cards, if so can I get the best deal, etc. Any advice...
January 29th 04 04:39 PM
by Barbara Otterson Go to last post
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Engagement ring question -- Help! by Artifax
Hello I was looking at a ring with a 0.5 carat diamond, E color, slightly included. They want 2000 for the rock, with 500 for the ring (white gold, 24 carat). This is at Wempe and in Europe. I have a few questions: -Does anybody know if this is a reasonable price for a diamond of this carat and...
January 28th 04 05:08 PM
by landerson Go to last post
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Repairing a crystal and silver cruet by Howard J G
Can anyone advise me of the best adhesive to use for re-attaching a silver top to a crystal cruet set? Thanks in advance.
January 28th 04 03:14 AM
by Paul K. Dickman Go to last post
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mysterious "mekhapat" of Thailand ? by Bill Woodruff
I hope this not off topic, but I feel there's more chance of someone in = this group knowing what this is than elsewhere. By way of obeisance/defense may I say that I have recently done a website for a = real jeweler and gemologist and it was a pleasure :) I am a serious collector and student of...
January 28th 04 03:14 AM
by Ganoksin Go to last post
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