Archive for February, 2010

How durable is a sterling silver ring coated in thick white gold?

Looking to buy an Irish Claddagh ring for my girlfriend for valentines day. I have the choice between a sterling silver ring coated in thick white gold or one that is simply sterling silver. I know nothing about jewelry Can anyone tell me which one would be better?
the white gold plating will add a ‘colder’ [...]

How much would I get for 19grams of 14k gold?

I have a chain that is 14k gold, and weighs 19 grams. If I take it somewhere that buys gold, how much would I get for it?
USD380.69
You can calculate it at this website.
http://www.etoolsage.com/Calculator/pMetals.asp?toolsort=5000

How do you soften a rubber cord necklace that has become stiff?

I have a necklace made of thin rubber cord with tiny silver beads every 1/2". Over the years it has become stiff and holds it’s own nutty shape now so can’t be worn. Any ideas for softening it?
I don’t know exactly which "rubber cord" you have, but many of them will eventually lose their elasticity [...]

How many grams of both silver nitrate and sodium nitrate are present after the reaction is complete?

Solutions of sodium carbonate and silver nitrate react to form solid silver carbonate and a solution of sodium nitrate. A solution containing 3.20 g of sodium carbonate is mixed with one containing 4.57 of silver nitrate.
1- How many grams of silver nitrate are present after the reaction is complete?
2- How many grams of sodium nitrate [...]

What countries offer a silver bullion coin?

I know the US and canada do. What other countries have a silver bullion coin and what is it called.
Not interested in American silver eagles or Canadian silver maple leafs.
Several countries have a silver bullion coin and most of these are silver versions of their gold coins:
Australian silver Kangaroo & Kookaburra
Austrian silver Philharmonic
British silver Britannia
Chinese [...]

What would you rather have a gold chain 14k around 20 grams or nice computer any brand of choice?

If i told you I would purchase you one or the other what one would you want?
Survey question answers will help me make a decision for my self!
Gold is appreciating.
Technology always depreciates.
Enjoy the chain now, sell for profit later, then buy a better computer later for same price.

How much is the silver certificate and 1964 half dollar coin worth?

An 1801 silver certificate dollar bill, still in fair condition, would be worth how much money right now?
Also the value of a 1964 half dollar coin in very good condition is worth how much money?
Silver Certificates were not made until 1878, so either your certificate is a fake, or you are reading the date wrong. [...]

What type of sterling silver is waterproof?

I want to get rings and earrings that are waterproof and I was wondering at what point is sterling silver waterproof?
The sterling silver jewelery I’m looking at is 925 sterling silver.
Thanks!
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Is_silver_waterproof

How much is a 24" miami cuban link 14k necklace weighing 150 grams worth?

I have a solid gold 24" 14k Necklace weighing 150 grams, Any ideas on the face value? Not interested in what a pawn shop would offer, just the actual value of the necklace.
You sent a link to a chain that weights 43 grams.
The chain is brand new and weights 150 grams. Any other people [...]

What type of jewelry was worn during the Civil War?

I do Civil War reenacting, and all the jewelry they sell at the reenactments is overpriced and there’s very little variety. I’m not a stickler for perfectly period correct pieces, but what kind of jewelry that I could buy or might already have could I wear?
Edwardian jewelry.. Cameos.. Pearls.. Broaches..
Here’s a site that may interest [...]