Archive for July, 2009

how long will it take for jewellery ppl to change a diamond stone from a ring?

I want to know how much minimum time will it take to change a diamond stone from a ring for the jewellery ppl. Will it take more than 5 mins or even less? If anybody knows it correctly please do advise immediately. The ring has a 0.7 carat diamond stone on it. And is it [...]

How can I tell if the ring is sterling silver or silver plated?

I bought a ring online. The seller said it’s sterling silver. I can’t find the .925 mark on it so it makes me suspicious. Is there a way to test if the ring is from silver?
I’d take it to a pawn shop and see what they say! I bought a pair of earring online that [...]

Is there something I can get to use cell phone charms on my blackberry curve phone?

I have a blackberry curve phone and understand that you cannot put any cell phone charms on it. Is there some kind of case or cover that has something that I can attach a cell phone charm too. I didn’t want something like a leather case. Please if possible show me a picture of something [...]

What’s the difference between 10k 14k and 18k yellow gold?

My girlfriend said that for her engagement ring she wants a yellow gold diamond wedding band style ring with princess cut diamonds in it and a plain band for the wedding ring.
Which is better?
Pure gold, also referred to as 24 karat or 24K, has many unique and desirable characteristics that make it valuable. For instance, [...]

What can you do with body jewelry you can no longer wear?

Over the years I have amassed a large collection of body jewelry, most of which I can no longer wear. I would like to get rid of the majority of it, but cannot sell it through the various auction/marketplace sites (for obvious reasons). Does anyone have any suggestions for ways to unload used body jewelry [...]

Where can I find information about the history and "magic" of jewelry, especially necklaces?

I am writing a paper about why necklaces are so commonly used by female protagonists in fantasy literature. I have already found many articles (so don’t worry about doing my assignment for me–I love to research), but I am having a hard time finding truly specific ones (many just generalize, generalize, generalize). I [...]

Where is the best place to buy a gold necklace or chain?

I would like to purchase a solid gold 26" necklace that is not overpriced. I also do not want a cheap imitation. Do you have any suggestions on where to buy a good quality, low priced chain?
In addition, I would like a wheat style or one that does not pull the hairs on [...]

How do you identify a silver tabby as a kitten?

I ran across a kitten that we are likely adopting from a local shelter. They claim he is going to be a silver tabby, but he currently looks like a blue or grey tabby. How can you identify a silver tabby at 10 weeks of age?
A silver tabby will have black stripes against a white [...]

What would me some good color combinations for a friendship bracelet?

Im going for a 3 colored chineese staircase bracelet, im using embroidery thread to make them, what 3 colors would look great and pretty together? And what other 2 colors would look pretty with turcoise or teal?
I think pink and (soft) yellow would go great with teal!

Looking for a small kiln to fire porcelain pendants?

My professor had an older small kiln (approx. 1.5 ft square) that was a front loading kiln. I used it to fire my porcelain pendants I made. Now I am having a hard time finding another small kiln that will fire high enough for porcelain.
I know paragon has kilns for PMC and stuff, but they [...]