Chicago Jewelry: 2009

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Help with the name or color of stones Please

I know there is a name for this time of stone. I am just not sure what it is called. Every time I look at it I just think Moon stone I know it sounds pretty stupid, but for some reason that is stuck in my head. I know there is a name or a color they call these. Does anyone know what they are? TIA

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Let Me Have It

my handmade bracelets did not sell.is there anything i could have done differently,or am i just a casualty of ebay's new caste system? shortly after listing,i went searching for them in ebay's default "best match",and found them at the bottom of page 5 of 200 listings per page.had i just dropped them on the street i think they'd have been seen by more people.the little exposure they did get,i believe came from posting them in our "coming attractions" thread. completed auctions: Link Link

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Not jewelry, just an an old belt buckle. Anyone know 'rj'?

This is an old brass belt buckle featuring a milk man and his dairy cart and horse. Any guesses on age? I'm assuming 50's or 60's trying to look more vintage, but I really don't know. Back says 'rj' and copyright symbol. Any ideas? TIA

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Need help with German carved pendant

I bought this today because I didn't know what it was (always love a new challenge) but it looked intriguing. It is some type of carved pendant and it looks like some type of warrior. I didn't think the chain looked like it belonged on this pendant but closer examination showed that the chain is marked GERMANY and considering the subject of the pendant, I believe the chain may actually be original. It looks like a Werther's Original cough drop carved with a warrior head and colored in silver. That's my best description but I hope the pictures do better. The color is a gold metal but I took these quickly outside and with the 100 degree Florida sun, it looks a bit bright and not as gold as it actually is. Any help would be appreciated and TIA ! *~*Joey*~*

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Georgian/Victorian Pin What is this Cab??

I recently acquired this lovely piece. It is silver and gold with rose diamonds. There are 2 green cabochons, I am not sure if these are rough emerald or something else. Any ideas? Pic links: brooch cabochon_closeup brooch_back hallmark Thank you!

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Help...what the heck is this gem?

I used to know what the green gem in this pendant is. Anyone else? NOT turquoise. And it is decidedly GREEN! Thank you!

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Gemstone collection

Hello,My wife and I have a large gemstone collection we need to sell because of the economy. We have over a thousand carets of stones, including several big copperbearing tourmalines, one almost 20 cts.Many other large stones, Laborderite, a few tanzanite, rubys, opals, saffiress, and countless other stones. How and where are to best place to sell these? We are both disabled so we really need to sell them online or to a company who does this sort of thing.I have tried selling some stones here but haven't had much luck. Thank you for your time and any help

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Cuervo y Sobrinos Watches out of South Florida

There are two sellers in the Miami Fl area that are putting fake Cuervo and Sobrinos watches on Ebay. They are selling quite well but they are onvious fakes. They use a 50's vintage watch and repaint the dail as Cuervo y Sobrinos would. Careful inspection reveals that all their watches have the same imperfections in the exact same place. These watches are being sold as Cuban watches in original condition. My emails to them to stop bring vulgar responese in Spanish. How do we get these thieves of of Ebay?

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Help with a Weird Creepy Maybe Masonic Ring!

I got this from my dealer friend. He thought I'd like it since it was so unusual. Sterling setting, size 11 3/4 . It looks like the ring was cut down in size as there is a repaired split at the back of the shank. Signed "STERLING" and "09". Looks like the setting probably once held something else, a stone perhaps, but now this strange symbol made from what I think is copper has been put in. The back of the ring looks pretty nasty. Very hard glue and paper towel attached, I don't even know where to begin as far as cleaning that up. There is a clearly done initial or letter "E" and under that a strange worn or intentionally blurry symbol of some kind, or maybe I'm just seeing things. What do you all think of it? Is there another board where I should post this where they might know the symbol? Thanks!

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Attention BBL

If I were to ever be stiffed on a verified Juliana yellow satin glass brooch I would call "honeybunnybelle" and then go to my BBL if y'all can get my drift. Tom

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Whose my Papa? Icy Blue Rhinestone necklace.

I purchased this necklace at a TS last week. It was a strange experience as I also had set aside a baggie with a single Sherman Earring and another Triad item. A short while later when I went through the checkout the items were no longer in the hold bin. Someone had removed them and stashed them back in the display case :-/ (This is the second time in one week, at different stores, that items I have had set aside have disappeared from the bin. The other item was never found.) Anyway, the only thing I can see wrong with this necklace is the hook is missing. Seems strange to me as there is no damage to the end. I am speculating that maybe the hook might have had a Maker's Mark? I am pretty sure I have eliminated Sherman and D

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Need a bead..Help

I need one of the blue beads shown in the pics below. Would I describe it as Givre? Any suggestions where I can purchase one?

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Looking for websites for costume jewelry reasearch

Hi, just got a new computer, the last one crashed with all the links I had to costume jewelry research sites. Is anyone out there willing to share their favorite sites? I have a large amount of various well-made older pieces that I'd like to know more about before deciding to sell or keep for myself. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Hobe necklace and not sure..............

I have come into some jewelry and there is a large cross that is marked HOBE. I don't know anything about jewelry so I don't know if it is an older Hobe piece or a newer piece, so any information would be a great help. It is about 4" tall. This is just a quick photo of it and it's a bit blurry but I can do more pictures and better tomorrow if needed. Is there any certain book I should get on jewelry this is all so new to me. Thanks for your time and help. . . . . . pinky

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Looking for a particular Avon piece

Hi joolies, I am looking for a particular Avon jewelry item, just in case ya'll know anyone who sells Avon, particularly if they have older stock. I bought my youngest dd an Avon Asthma bracelet about 4 or 5 years ago. It was cute, kind of like a charm bracelet where the links could be changed. Like it was 2 link bracelets, one red, one blue and you could hook the silvertone ASTHMA plate onto whichever one you felt like wearing. She lost it some time ago and has outgrown her other old ugly boring one. She has serious asthma and needs to wear one. If anyone has a line on one of these or a similar cute bracelet for a little girl who is almost 13, please contact me! Oh, I can't afford something expensive... I did find some wristband type ones, ala Livestrong type, that I might get a couple of for her but she loves charm bracelets ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I ask not for a lighter burden, but for broader shoulders. ~Jewish Proverb

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Turquoise ring?

Hi All, Before I call this turquoise I want to make sure it is. It has browns and yellows mixed into the turquoise very big and pretty. It is not signed but I tested for silver and it is. Would this piece of turquoise be more desireable because of its color or not? Thank you.

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Show me your Weiss vintage amber citrine topaz earrings

I have a customer who looks for these. I can direct them here to see your photos, and if they like them, well perhaps there will be one less in your collection and one more in thiers!The boundary between the illuminated and unilluminated hemispheres is grey.

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Any info you can tell me on these pieces? TIA

Hi! I'm back...again I'm sorry I have so many questions. I truly do try

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WWYD with these huge 'brooches'

Hi, I received these in a lot years ago, I would hope they would be brooches - not earrings, lol. They each measure just over 3" tall. Neither have a pin. I have placed a 1/4 for size comparison. I see no evidence of a pin back once placed, unless my eyes are deceiving me. Would you list them together as a repair project? I'm not into fixing jewels and I would like these to go to someone who does! Just wondering if peops would be interested? Thanks for any advice To handle yourself...use your head To handle others...use your heart darlingharbor

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2O Years : Vintage ?

Good Morning to everyone! I have been designing jewelry for over 20 years now and would love to hear your thoughts and comments. If one of my designs is over 20 years old, should I classify it as vintage? I know this is a very important topic and am curious as to what others feel. If you have time to visit my shop, I would greatly appreciate your comments and let me know what you think. Thanks! Got to go grab a cup of coffee

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Faux pearl bun holder??? Need keyword help

I would call this a faux pearl bun holder, but can't find any others on ebay so figured I have the wrong name--what else would you call this thing?--it's elasticized and went over a bun at the nape of the neck or on the top of the head. I'd also guess 1960s on a date--does that sound about right? Any keyword help would be greatly appreciated. Karen

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Help Please with Large B Blumenthal Paste /Rhinestone Buckles

I picked this pair of buckles up yesterday because they still had loads of sparkle and were marked. I tried to research B. Blumenthal but what I find is information about a Button Company called "B. Blumenthal

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we have some garage sale weirdo's in our town!!

Get this: I know this creepola Bought from him my dragons breath necklace ring and earrings 10 bucks but after several years of watching this local creepo on craigs list he rants and gets into it with people all the time I am helping a family member price and listed a garage sale add on cr list for her This guy put a false add about her sale with a false start time......................last night He's a real greaser and someone you dont want to tango with for the creepy factor The add he put on is now gone! he wanted in that sale and came by this old ladies house on monday. He was there at 6:30 this morning my sister in law just told me Weird not sure what to do

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Diamonbar Pin, Garnets or Rhinestones?

Hi, I have this diamonbar pin and the stones are the deepest of red, hard to capture in this cloudy weather. I am wondering if these would be garnets? They have a rhinestone cut, I thought garnets were cut different? I'm googling, but all I come across are items for sale. I see the era Diamonbar was in, and am trying to see if these would be set with garnets. Why they look jet black in pics is confusing? Maybe they are black, omg. Promise this will be last post, sorry to be a board hog lately To handle yourself...use your head To handle others...use your heart darlingharbor

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Is this brooch vintage, or not? What do you think?

Hi all, I have never seen a brooch of any kind, new or old, that has this construction. Opinions? Thanks, -flip-

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If you wish upon a star... Is this a D

My first thought when I received this was it is a D

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Siggy sterling Question and Who made me???

I cannot find anything regarding this siggy in question, c

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Where do YOU buy vintage jewelry for resale?

Hello, I'm just curious where people buy their vintage jewelry for resale? I usually buy at auctions and sometimes antique stores. Garage sales - I rarely find anything of value. I'm curious also if anybody has ever tried purchasing a lot of grabbag jewelry from the goodwill online site? Some of those bags of unsorted (really?) jewelry sell for a couple of hundred dollars. I haven't tried Craig's list. It seems really competitive to buy in my area - their are lots of bigger fish than me trolling the waters for good costume jewelry.

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Are the flower petals and pearls too small? Opinions please.

I ordered these in hopes they would fill the square holes in the round settings on the Coro brooch, thought by description they would be bigger, but I'm not convinced they are what I'm looking for to repair it, what do you think? Does it need something bigger? I haven't glued them in yet, they are just sitting there, and in seeing the pictures I see where I need to pick out better petals, ones that aren't missing enamel, if you think they aren't tooooo small? After you do a repair on a signed piece where do you list it and what do you call it? Honest opinions please, not going to hurt my feelings. Thanks for any help. Barb

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Need A Name/Year On A Sarah Cov. Piece. ASK

Hi All, In a state of depression not only is my birthday comming up (12-25 X-Mas Day) I also lost my son on 12-20

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Thursday, September 17, 2009

OT viruses and now hackers on eBay, scarey

This was just blocked by Norton 360 when I was trying to access live chat here on eBay. I had just been asked for my auction number and didn't think when this came up, just thought they were trying to make sure I was who I said I was. Norton blocked and said was an illegal site trying to access my account. Anyone know anything more about this? Dede I did the full scan with Norton and then with Prevx (says all clear) and changed password, thanks. I sent copy to eBay also. Dear eBay member, eBay recently announced a new safety initiative called Trusted Selling with Identity Confirmation that will help to protect members from unauthorized listings in that seller's name. All these measures are made concerning your security. Please take a minute to update your contact information: Make the Identity Confirmation now To protect the Community against this type of fraud, beginning today, eBay will start noting which computers members typically use to conduct their buying and selling activity. Now more than ever, having a current Secret Password on file with eBay is vital to the safety of the Community and to your business. A wrong or outdated Secret Password may delay your ability to list items or respond to your customers, if eBay cannot verify your identity. Sincerely, John Canfield Senior Director, eBay Trust

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OT: Any Ideas On Celebrating A 50th B-Day?

Well, next month my guy hits the big 5-0! I have been thinking about doing something special for him forever.I've looked into B

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Chico, Chicos, Chico's.....sick of fakes!

I am new to ebay and am not a seller yet. BUT -- I have read the rules of selling and I absolutely do not understand how so many of these sellers of "Chicos, Chico, Chico's" jewelry cover themselves by saying that all of the tags have been removed to prevent store returns, but in fact are selling pure unadulterated FAKES as Chico's jewelry. It took me a while to learn but I am now requesting a photograph of the attached metal tag before bidding. In the meantime, I have about 6 pieces of "jewelry" that, when I took them to my local Chico's, they practically laughed out loud, wondering how I could possibly think such "JUNK" could be remotely connected to the costume jewelry they sell. Additionally, I contacted Chico's headquarters where a rep stated that they DO NOT USE "Liquidators" (which most of these sellers claim as the source of their Chicos jewelry.) Instead, they send unsold pieces to the Chico's Outlet stores. So, I am left with some choices...BUT FIRST OF ALL, how do they get away with it? ~~Do I have to pay the postage myself to return to these fraudulent sellers? ~~Do I open a claim in the resolution center for each one? ~~Should I report each one? ~~Should I ask each seller to pay for the return shipping themselves because they misrepresented the item? ~~Will my own feedback be affected if I do any of the above? And finally, again, how do they get away with it? It's fraud!

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Yippee!!!! It's D

Our brooch that I wasn't 100% sure of was declared by Mr. D to be D

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Brass Bracelet with an Anchor

Evening all. Does anybody recognize the mark on this cute older bangle bracelet? It looks like an anchor that didn't get made all the way, or has rubbed away, with the letter "C" on the right of the anchor. I think this is brass with copper. Thanks!

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Throwing myself at the feet of the experts - Silver Cross

All right, so, I picked up this piece in a lot, and am now curious about it - and was hoping someone on the board might know more. The back is marked 90 on the little two crosses attached to the main body, and the main body of the cross has (very lightly imprinted), birds and flowers. I saw this auction (not mine) - 140343658301, and the markings on the back are similar (although these are a lot clearer), but the construction is slightly different in where the bezel set stone attaches to the cross. Am I in the right ballpark, though, or completely off? Can anyone tell me anything about it - is it Russian? Is this a newer copy?

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OT. . .RIP Patrick Swazye!

He was such a great talent. He put up a brave fight. He'll be missed by his many, many fans! Me included.

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Help With A Broken Necklace

The necklace seems like a coated glass. Could that be right? I do have extra beads if it is worth listing for someone to fix. The clasp is different. Any ideas on age or what it is ? The ring also feels like glass or some type of stone. No markings. Any opinions or help is appreciated. Thanks

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Help to date

I had no luck finding this mark on the 925-1000 site. (And it doesn't help that I'm forced to work on dial-up.) Here is the box and bag I found it in. No idea if they're original to the piece. Also, is this too plain to get a bid? Should I start it lower than $9.99? Is there any particular way to describe it? Many thanks. The other jewelry board sent me here.

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Amber Colored Multi Strand Necklace-Anyone know what it is?

I bought this necklace today and I'm not sure what the material is. It's not too heavy. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks so much!

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Couple questions Charms Angel earrings PPC

Wasnt sure if anyone could identify the parrot the mark is illegible There is only one horse earring markded GS Little cherub earrings marked ppc The angel with harp is not legible so I didnt post a picture of the back The chain marked 10k Splide ? whats a splide, thanks for any help, didnt want to post too many questions on different links anyway you can enlarge the pictures

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Amber colored necklace, not too heavy,

Hold it up to the light, if there are dark spots in the center or at the edge of each stone you have genuine amber which is valuable! if note, you may have glass. to see if its glass or crystal you check the edges, and the density. Hi, I'm new to Ebay.

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Broken set, how to fix?

Hi, I found this pretty set, but the drop stone on the necklace is broken off. It was connected directly to the necklace and the metal snapped. What should I do? Should I smooth off the broken metal on the necklace and sell it that way? Should I have it repaired? I was thinking it might be better if it were on jump rings? Who should I contact for repair? Thank you and sorry, I didn't clean it yet Marie

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Help with KW's and Maker's Marks on 4 items TIA!

First up is a pair of earrings with a decorated clip, there is also patent # 1967965. I looked it up and it is registered to Ballou in 1934. I know the earrings could postdate the patent by decades, but are they definately Ballou? Anyone know this mark? Didn't see it on RCJ, prob newer, pierced I need help with KW's on this one. Newer Unsigned. Shag Fringe Necklace? Beads are glass. Anyone know if there is a correct term for this type of chain? It expands and contracts a bit, I see them all the time and have always wondered what they are called! Thanks so Much!

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Little Enamel Shoe Figural Advertising? Pins

I have three little enamel old fashion boot

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Mexico DF Mark

Good Evening Folks I have this Mexican, what I thought was sterling, brooch whose mark is confusing me. I can't find the mark in Hougart's book... does anyone know what 865/S98 indicates - it reads "Hecho en Mexico DF 865 (or S98) ARM"? Thank you! Brooch front Brooch markLive Long

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Help on a couple pieces of jewelry?

First. . . what kind of teeth are on this tribal necklace and how old? Second . . . What type of bracelet is this and how old? It looks wood with some sort of clay inlay, but the cracks on the clay(?) also extend to the green parts. THIRD . . . I ended up buying a huge lot of hand made SW bone jewelry hidden in the bottom of a box at a silent auction, are these pieces of any value or should I just put them all in one big lot and see what they go for? Thank you so much for your input everyone.

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How would you proceed w/this request for return??

Asking for some advice, I really don't want a negative, but have a feeling I have one coming. I sold a necklace that was clearly listed as being oxidized silver. Well, the buyer emails me today telling me she is disappointed because the necklace was dirty looking and she used her entire polishing cloth to get it shiny, and her cloth is completely black. The necklace was NIB, I know it was not "dirty" when it was sent as it was also stored in the orignal plastic packaging and I always make sure I clean prior to shipping just in case. My concern is that if she polished to the extent is sounds like she did, she took all of the oxidation off and it is now not in the original condition which may make it difficult to relist. I offered to send her a brand new polishing cloth

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Bakelite or Not?

I did the 409 test

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The Traveling Band Of Critters or Contest Prizes, Hope It Was Fun

Hi All, Just wanted to let every one know that your prizes are packed

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deltah pearl necklaces

Hi, girls, I talked to you this weekend about an auction I was going to. The subject of deltah came up, and someone noted that there was a tag that said heller and sons. Well, I did not get that set. But, I got a necklace, in a nice pink celluloid box, that has a pearl necklace, with graduating beads. The clasp is marked with an M in a diamond, which I'm assuming goes back to the heller and sons. On ebay, there are some listed as faux pearls, and some listed as simulated pearls,etc. How do you know the difference to know whether the pearls I got are just the coated kind of pearls, like miriam haskells are, or real cultured or simulated pearls? I'm totally dumb about this subject. thanks

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Stelring native american rings

Hello all, I have exhausted all my usual sleuthing methods. Does anyone recognize the makers of these rings? Thanks all..........Shera

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Please help with material of black Cameo? Victorian?

For some reason, I cannot figure out the material of this cameo. It is very light wieght, definitely not glass, and looks molded. I know it is not Bakelite (no smell, tests negative). I don't think it is Jet (looks molded and leaves a mark on porcelain that is black), or Bog Oak (it is very black, without any brown). So, could this be Vulcanite? If a possibility how do I tell? Or am I way off base and it is a newer plastic? I believe the clasp is older, but I could be wrong there as well. The clasp does not fit flush with the piece, and where it was pushed in there are some chards of the material, still connected. Please help to point me in a direction. Thank you! I have to go to work now, but will check back this afternoon. Thanks again! Nancy When life throws you worms, go fishing!

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Our Own CONFIRMED D

After seeing Sandy's thread about the D

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Help with two Carnegie broochs

Hello all, CAn someone help me date these broochs? I've searched, but can't really find anything similar. Also, what to call the cabs on the first one...watermelon? thanks in advance!

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Need help on older pieces, please...Bakelite? Solje?...

I recently came by these and need a little help, please- First is a little 1" Scorpion that looks like Bakelite ( I am pretty good at identifying just by look) however, it does not test positive with Simichrome. It is actually more of a very dark brown than black. It is too small

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OT: Need some Prayers ...

I don't normally do this type of thing, but I'm a bit overwhelmed. My 35 year old daughter has been taken to the hospital with her second stroke. A CT scan has shown "an area of concern" on her brain. An MRI will be done either today or tomorrow. They cannot stabilize her blood pressure. She has 3 children (16, 14

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cotter pin vintage bracelet questions

Hello, I received a bracelet in a lot of jewelry dated late 1800's early 1900's. One bracelet in particular has a closure that is (for lack of any other term) a cotter pin. Does anyone know anything about these closures or have a reference for them. Thanks much! Allison

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Mystery brooch and earrings, Austria?

My first thought when I saw this listed was that it might be D

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Does Anyone Have European Designer Jewelry By Moro

The reason I asked is after spending several more days upon days and hours upon hours on the computer I think I finally figured out the maker of the 2 pieces I wasn't able to get an id on. I think they are CIS and I was woundering if there were more examples in the book than what is shown here. Info only Link After reading up alot on her I have found she is pretty well known for outlandish designs and color. And most of her jewelry is set in the lace settings. Or does anyone know where to find examples of her work this page is only one I found so far with more than just a few of her pieces. TIA

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Friday, September 11, 2009

Help ID Silver Mark on Charm

Hi... Anyone familiar with this maker's mark on a Sterling Silver charm? It appears to be a warrior with a spear and the letter "E" in a circle. Thanks in advance Mike

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Help with a Sterling Ring and an older pot metal pin please ?

Hi Everyone ! I hope you all had a great weekend. Can you tell me what you call this type of work on this sterling ring ? It teeth taps like glass and it's painted on the inside. There is a mark as well, not sure anybody can help with that. I drew it below, other than that, it's just marked 'STERLING' with a number '9'. I also have this pot metal pin. I think these are grapes. Would this be Art Nouveau ? TIA !

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Dragon's Breath and a Blotchy Green Ceramic(?) Stone

Hi, I have no photos as I want to know what is Dragon's Breath and what does it look like? Also, is it confused with the Mexican Opal or a genuine opal (possibly fire or one of the other genuine opals)? Also, during the early 1900's through the Deco era, there was a 'stone' that I seen used in this period jewelry - it's a blotchy green ceramic (?) stone. What is this 'stone' called? ANY help is gladly appreciated. Thank you so very much, Cheryl

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How to take a photo of necklace attractive?

I am a ebay seller from HK CHINA.BUT it is the first time for me to attend the community . I am so excited to find the discussion board. I am confused about how to take a photo of necklace attractive. These are handmade bead necklace jewelry of Sinicism. Because the physical item is very long, the listing picture seems too small and unattractive.I am a jewelry lover !

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Help with iding beads on this necklace, Please

Hi all, I picked up this five strand necklace that has orange, gray swirl, and yellow beads. The transparent yellow beads have a brownish swirl around them. I believe the beads are stone because they a cold to the touch. No siggy but sort of reminds me of Coro? can you help me with the beads and maybe identifying this necklace. Thank you.

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Repost from Pottery and Glass Board

I posted this on pottery and glass before and got to thinking that maybe someone from here would know what this symbol is. I am almost positive it's a symbol I have seen before. And for some reason I am thinking a watch maker but I am just not sure. But it seems so fimilar to me, like something I have seen years ago in a department store. I think their some type of an advertising display piece's. I have 2 of them. TIA. Here's a link to the other post. Link

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If you sell Lia Sophia...

just a warning; there is a seller on ebay who sells lia sophia but is apparently too lazy to take their own pics and will steal others' to get an auction up. I put up my first-ever auction to sell my unworn L.S. necklace - later upon checking other auctions with the same necklace, I find my pic on their auction. Though this is clearly against ebay's TOS, the member responded to my requests for removal only AFTER the auction had ended and said "the auction is done now, so you dont' have to worry about your pic being up" among other flippant remarks. Wow, glad I could help! I should charge a commission fee for my work Anyhow, the ebay id to watch out for is mbv57. Figured this would be a good place to warn others, as they clearly sell mainly lia sophia.

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OT! Happy Holiday

well after a "long" sandy vacation on the beach ...... is it really a vacation if I was busy working??? LOL I am back and wanted to say hello to all my old boardies! and since it is a holiday weekend and I even have 2 days off from work I thought lets have a picnic the weather is perfect a clear sunny and balmy 80 degrees here! nice break from the 100 degree summer... so if ya want to participate bring something along... or just pull up a blanket and enjoy the tunes! I will bring some chicken wings and have the 2 blenders ready one NA and one adult beverage! nice to see you all again

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Anyone have a book with Christmas Tree Pins? Help please!

Hi Joolies! I picked up this Christmas Tree Pin marked Weiss. I was wondering if anyone has seen this pin or has it in a book. It looks strange to me, like some stones fell out and were replaced with the wrong color. I'm wondering if they should all be either red or AB, but not a mix of both. If the different colors were scattered around the pin it would be fine but the way these are distributed it seems strange. Thanks for any help! Marie

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Okay, What is this pin? Anyone have a clue? Coat of Arms?

I got this pin in a lot and although it is interesting in looks, I haven't the faintest idea what it is or what to call it? Would "Odd" maybe be a good name for it? There are no markings and I don't even know where to begin to look up something like this. Help please? Would be much appreciated. Thank you. Barb

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Necklace marked 'ORA' Dating guesses WELCOME...

I haven't come across any ORA jewelry until I found this necklace today. Through books I see that the company is still making jewelry and it can be difficult to date. This necklace is choker size at 15 1/2" and it's hinged in 3 places. Signed ORA. It's missing one marquise purple rhinestone that I think can replace. I think it's 50's era but what do you guys think ? The detail is incredible and VERY well made.

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What does this symbol mean?

Hello! I have seen this symbol on the face of several pieces of sterling silver jewelry. Does it have a special meaning? Thanks in advance! Carol

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Do you recognize this dangle??

Thanks again to all! I did not see this dangle in Sandy Carrolls site, unless I missed it....does anybody recognize it or is it a mystery dangle? Thermoset necklace: my-ricky

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This Bracelet smells Pics Tia

really really bad when I run hot water over it. I mean really stinky not a chemical smell but a really gross smell.Did I mention how bad it smells???I'm thinking it's Galalaith.If it is Galalaith how old do you think it might be 30's 40's? I turned it inside out so you could see the back. Any and all help is greatly appreciated! Cheryl

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Attention! Attention!

Our new realtor called and she is bringing us a good offer on the house tommorrow. Maybe a full price offer after the people see if for the 3rd time. Now if I just get a call from the surgeon tommorrow with the same good news. Unlikely, but I am still thinking positive. Tom

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This looks like Blk. Hills Gold, but is unmarked. Please help ID

This necklace or choker measures approx. 8.25 inches and is unmarked. It reminds me of Black Hills Gold. The blue stone is set in a sawtooth bezel. The stone is faceted, and has a small flat table. Could anyone give me an approx. age or specific

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Vintage Air Force Sterling Ring

I could use some help identifying the era of this ring. It is sterling silver with a deep red Garnet, faceted on the bottom, worn and smooth on top. Beautiful detail in the wings and claws. The only thing I know for sure, is that my dad has had this ring stashed away for the last 51 years...and it wasn't his. Thanks for any input.

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Question About Some Earrings??

Hello everyone! I was wondering if maybe someone could help with a pair of earrings. They are goldtone with red stones clip on

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Era on these simple but pretty screwback earrings?

Hi me again! i have had these earrings for a logn time, came from my aunt who passed on a while back and i know they are old and at least from the 60s (because she stopped buying jewelry around that time) These appear very old to me and much older than 60s, but I'm not good at dating jewelry. Once again there is no markings that i can find. Hope the pictures are helpful TIA!

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Help with 2 Taxco pieces Please

I am trying to figure out the makers of these pieces, The first one is a large flower pin that look like the intials RR Mexico. The second is A large pendant that is marked with the initals PFZ I think with the eagle mark with a 3 in it. I looked at the only site I could find and couldn't figure out the makers TIA

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Monet Necklace

Hi. I was wondering if anyone would know about how old this necklace is. It is Monet, and the beads are plastic. I tried searching it, but didn't come up with anything. Thanks,

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I'll be gone for a few days

Just need to purge my mind for a few days. Not trying to be mysterious but the scan is not what I wanted to hear. Lots to do and right now I am just concentrating on our potential house sale and being a rock for Sherry and Elizabeth. Liet's sing another song...I am a rock...... Tom

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selling jewelry

I am pretty new to ebay. I am still learning. I have a ring I want to sell. I have never sold any jewelry. I had it appraised and I have the paper. I need some tips. I looked and so many people selling a similar piece have jewelry stores. Can I compeat with them? How much sould I start at ? 50% of the value? What should I do???? Does anyone have any input. I need help

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Era, stone and Designer help on these vintage earrings?

Hi! I know it's near impossible to tell from the photos, but i thought I might get an idea on these. They strike me as a little more special than a generic vintage jewelry and something makes me think they could be a particular designer. The gemstones are very nice quality and i am also stumped on what that pretty round green opalescent beads are made of. I am guessing these are 50s or 60s (?), there are no markings that i can find. Anyone recognize this

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Russian Lacquer Pendant ... Can anyone translate?

I have this gorgeous pendant, with a 14k bale. It's quite large measuring 2 inches across, and the image on it is gorgeous. Can anyone help me figure out what it says on the reverse? Thanks so much!I am fairly certain that given a Cape and a nice tiara, I could save the world.

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Is my ethnic sequins shaped necklace bone, shell or ??

First of all I need to apologize for having a few threads almost one on top of the other. It had been a while, since I needed some help. Thanks again to all one more time! Now I have this necklace with gold tone aluminum findings, would it be heishe considered? I cannot make out what it is made out of and I cannot find anything similar one of my many fire mountain gems catalogs? It has 2 aluminum findings and the beads are very thin sequin shaped in cream tone? I almost think it is some sort of paste or bone, there are a couple of broken ones, that took a sharp break, that is why I tend to lean towards bone or paste and not shell?? my-ricky

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DO YOU LIKE CRYSTAL BEAD NACKLACE?

I am a jewelry lover !

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Heads up on the

If you're like me and offer your buyers the option of choosing insurance for less expensive items, continue to ship directly through Paypal rather than using the ebay shipping process. I just received an email from a buyer stating that they paid for insurance but it didn't look like the package was insured. And they were right, as I had never received any indication that the optional insurance had been included in their shipping costs. The shipping page through Ebay only stated that the buyer paid $3.00 for shipping first class, when, looking at the Paypal payment, the buyer had actually paid 4.70 for shipping! I refunded them the difference and apologized profusely! Paypal shows whether or not insurance was paid for when creating your shipping label. The new Ebay process gives no indication whatsoever. I guess since they want to eliminate all buyer choice for insurance they didn't think that that little tidbit of information was important to us anymore! Stupid passive aggressive backhanded tactics, imho Heather I'll have a vente cafe mocha vodka valium latte to go, please...

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Yet another asian seller who's really annoying me

I'm not dumb enough to buy their stuff, but a Korean seller is constantly selling glass and nickel pendants as antique and gemstone. Check out "green garnet gemstone vintage antique pendant necklace ", if it's still running. If not, no worries; it'll be relisted soon. The seller keeps putting shell items out there as carnelian and green glass as green garnet. I use Lastminuteauction a fair bit, bottom feeding. Fortunately the stuff seems to be selling for its opening penny if at all. No one else is being fooled either, but even so. Ruth the Packrat She who dies with the most toys, still dies. When's the estate sale?

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Found a ring...

Appears to be turquoise and sliver...but i dont really have a clue, lol its got some sort of sig on the back...but i'll be danged if i can figure it out, lol pics in next post...Get a taste of religion...lick a witch

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ROLEX TUDOR WATCHES

any one bought recently a men or qomen Rolex Tudor watch ?

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Stones gurus? What's clear bluish pink?

Ring is marked 10KGF. Stone is very clear - if you look into it from exactly the right angle there are some dark specks that appear to be in the stone and not on the bottom (though they could be reflections from the fleabites on one edge too). The setting looks like the kind that's used for real stones - but the stone is so clear I'm just not sure about it. I know you can't positively ID stones from a pic - and I am not going to spend time and probably money taking this piece of came-in-a-lot to a jeweler. (The guy we bought the lot from is our local stamp

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I need help with ID on age

Good afternoon everyone. I need some help with this Trifari neckles set what is the name of that design??? or is there any? TIA Both are about 16" long. Chris Link And this set the backs are closed in on both sets. It is not marked anywhere. Link

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help with 2 more pieces Victorian Locket

The locket I am trying to figure out a little info on, to me it almost lookks like scrimshaw and painted. And the materail of the locket itself really has me baffled. The outside looks like silver or white gold but the inside is a real hookey looking fake gold or brass color. And the earring obviously stand for something I just don't know what. Any ideas. TIA

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CANCER FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I just got the biopsy reports from the surgeon. Benign cysts and a hemangioma!!! We are doing the happy dance. Everything else is fine too. No spread of previous cancer. Thank you all for all your prayers a thousnad times over and over and over and over. Best news we have had in along time. And we also think the house sold last night. Florida here we come. All our lvoe to you all Tom and Sherry

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Art Noveau? Not Very Old Though-Any Thoughts?

Had this charm necklace/pendant awhile-maybe 15 years. Interesting, but never had oppurtunity to wear it. Any thoughts? Nice pair of ball dangles front and center

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Weird little pin question

This little thing is only about 1 1/2" It does not test for gold. The little cameo seems to be glass not resin. Probably brass. The back is what gets me. The loop thing goes up not down and does not look to have anything broken off, but I may be wrong. Has anyone seen this clasp. It has a little flip up lock. Era anyone? What ever you might be able to tell me about it would be wonderful. TIA

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Anyone have any info on Parco ???

This necklace is stunning ... the construction is high quality. I've found very little about Parco. Nothing in my books ... nothing at RCJ. Looks like 1950s in Rhode Island, but scant info. Any info is appreciated. Thanks!I am fairly certain that given a Cape and a nice tiara, I could save the world.

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Humming Bird stick pin Turquoise Yosemite ??

This pin was bought in the early 80's from the Awahnee hotel giftstore in Yosemite Park. I am unable to make out the name on the back; however it looks like 'Eoalro'..when I researched this word, nothing came up. I was hoping to find out more about my pin. Thanks

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Bummer! Why'd ya do it Miriam?

Is this someone's initials??? Got this perfect Miriam Haskel but now wondering what in the world to do with it. ~Anything you can do I can do... kinda.~

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During what period was Volupte jewelry made?

I've read several places online that Volupte only made jewelry for a short while. I don't know how true that is and none of the sources who say that gives the years during which it was made. Anyone know?

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Monday, September 7, 2009

Chicago Jewelry 521

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Friday, September 4, 2009

Taxco question - Abalone bracelet

First, I know the tarnish needs cleaning. I will take care of that tonight during movie time... This Taxco Mexico bracelet is signed, but I cannot read the siggy. Any ideas? If not, can I approximate age by the type of stamp? Any help appreciated. Thanks! Under a loupe: Nancy When life throws you worms, go fishing! Nancy When life throws you worms, go fishing!

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Sterling Locket Ring..need help with mark

I picked this locket ring up at the thrift tonight. I've been searching on the net for the last hour

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What is this for? Also, is this natural stone of some kind? TIA!

Stone measures 1 1/2 inches tall and 1 inch wide. Is it a natural stone? Marble? Glass? Def not plastic. Also what is this for? Thanks! ... My name is Lisa and I'm a joolaholic....and a Leo...

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What is this...probably something obvious. Rhinestone Wrap.

I'm just not sure.... Picked this up at GW today for 50 cents. It's very well made and has a memory wire sort of shape. I thought it might be an upper arm wrap but it doesn't really fit there, it looks odd, or maybe it's just my upper arm that's odd. Anyway, any ideas ? It's approx. 20" in length if it was stretched out. All prong set rhinestones. Do you think it's vintage ?

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Questionable age on RS Brooch

This beautiful crescent brooch caught my eye today. It is unsigned, but I thought all of the different sizes of stones and the basket weave made it interesting. Can anybody help me with age? It appears to be antiqued, and the clasp is different than most I see. It is not a C Clasp, but a crescent (?) type. Opinions appreciated! Thank you! Nancy When life throws you worms, go fishing! Nancy When life throws you worms, go fishing!

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Loose Rhinestones ... a fun find

Yesterday, in either a blonde moment or an "oldtimers" moment, I locked myself out of the house. DH was at work -- on the plane, so I couldn't reach him. So, I took myself up the way to a little antique mall. Found these bags of loose rhinestones there. Some are made in Czechoslovakia, a couple bags are Western Germany. There are 2 bags of Siam Ruby rhinestones from a company that appears to have gone out of business in the 1920s. There are 2 bags of "black diamond" small chatons. There were more, but I tried to pick the bags with the most stones in the best condition. Thought you'd like to see them ... Now I'll have to figure out a storage system for them. Guess I need a trip to Hobby Lobby. * I am fairly certain that given a Cape and a nice tiara, I could save the world.

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Bakelite jewelry today, the reality.

Facts Today: Bakelite jewelry has for many years, been very popular as a wearable art form. Nothing is quite as beautiful as Catalin Bakelite Cast resin finished jewelry. It is to die for, as it beauty is unequalled. Cast Bakelite, its history began with my Grandfathers company American Catalin who began producing cast Catalin Resins in 1927, that later were fabricated by others, into really wonderful things. Some of the older Catalin cast, or Marbellete, cast parts still can be found today, but most have cracked with age. There is little REAL VINTAGE PARTS left to be found, but mainly only newly made parts, from a upstate New York producer, have surfaced in the past 15 years on e bay. Years ago, many, American manufacturers made the Catalin parts into jewelry including the Marbelette company who took over producing Bakelite resin products when my Grandfather (Catalin founder) died in the 1960

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Jewelry and How to Accessorize Your Clothes

Addition of accessories to any of your outfit can transform it from an ordinary outfit to a spectacular one. After a careful choice they can even adapt day wear into evening wear. This is mainly useful if you are going out straight after your working hours. Accessories add detail and personality to what you are wearing and make it individual. Think of a simple pewter shift dress. I have chosen pewter because this is a color that suits everybody. Now add a pair of knee high boots, black leather handbag, fitted jacket and a simple pendant necklace and stud earrings and you have a smart work outfit.

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Goofus glass? or am I the goof?

I've seen similar pieces called goofus glass, but in doing more research I find this is one of those potential minefields where you risk categorizing the item. Most of the material does have more to do with glassware than with jewelry. So... is this a piece of goofus or should I just call it paperweight - and will the buyers find it if I do? Here's where I'm getting my information - feel free to grab the link for reference collections. Link

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My VERY Expensive light box...No looking if you are cheap

3.00 white poster board 10.00 on clearance at menards, full spectum day light lamp 12 inches of duct tape to hold in place free from hubby. Nice clear pictures... PRICELESS! Book case with removable shelves already have Camera already have- Canon Rebel XT, used flash and was about 2 feet away, zoomed in took the picture, cropped and whola! Nice clear pictures. Eat your heart out girls don't buy all your poster board at one time...hehehe just kidding..lol Camille ~ UNTIL SHE COMES HOME ~ UNTIL SHE COMES HOME

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Are these natural stones or glass?

Are these natural stones or glass? No markings on the bracelet at all, and I think it may have been re-worked because it is really small, 6 1/2 inches. Thanks! ... My name is Lisa and I'm a joolaholic....and a Leo...

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have u seen this dragon clasp/pearl necklace before?

Hi!! I was just wondering if this necklace looks familiar to anyone. The dragon head clasp is stamped "925 silver" so I assume it is vermeil. No other marks. He looks too cute to not have been seen before. TIA!! Val

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Have you been.....

To a website with auctions that's called bidz(dot)com? Bad experience? Good experience? My SIL has been shopping on it.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm confused..or maybe not..the voices won't tell me.

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OT: Not jewelry, but what?

This has me stumped, I thought maybe a coin purse but then thought that coins might be really rattly in this and then theres the danger of the shell breaking with heavy coins. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ hossy

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2 paires Cufflinks questions. Need help.

First pair is 3/4" square looks to be gold frame but unmarked, the only marking is " Pat. Des. 2nd 84, What is this type clasp called? Would the black be jet black glass or onyx. The design looks wheel cut, what is called. Any help with description would be appreciated. Second pair is oriental, the mark is so small and light it was difficult to photograph, any ideas on maker. What is the enameling technique called? Is this pair worth selling with the "t" bar missing on one pair? They would make very pretty earrings. Any help appreciated. Andy

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Gustave Sherman AB Necklace/earring Set Questions Please

I'm hoping to pick your brains again, as you folks have been so helpful with my other questions. I have this Rhinestone Set. It was my Great-Grandmothers and my Mom gave it to me to sell. I noticed they were all signed "Sherman" in cursive on the back so I started researching and I would love to confirm what I found out, as I know there is a lot of mis-information in some of these guides as well. 1) Is it true that the oval plaque w/signature is older/original late 40's/50's? 2) Are the round stones called Chaton Cut? 3) Are the rectangular stones called Baguette Cuts? And are these really the most uncommon cut for Sherman? 4) Are the pear shaped stones actually called Pear cuts? 5) As the metal is still so shiny is it true it would be Rhodium Plating? 6) Are the earrings called "Pinwheels"? 7) How do you take pics to get all the colors to flash as my pics look clear and these are actually AB's as they flash w/tons of color irl ? Here are some pics and any and all help is greatly appreciatted!! TIA

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Question re photo deletion

Hello - question.. in the previous thread about my strange and huge Coro parure, the photos have been deleted. Does photobucket do that? Ebay? Another user? They were a tad large because I don't yet know how to make them smaller... but very curious to know why they are now gone. I will have trouble getting information if no one can see them!! Still working on getting photos into my first listing.. I do have some that are more detailed... trying to get them added. Thanks! JJCHawk - lovin' the sparkles!

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Hello All ohh ...bakelite? and more !!! what age are they ! xx

Hello everyone ! I have had a good week I have had to spend about

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Is Hollywood Around or Anyone That Does Repairs?

I need to replace some pinbacks. Is there any special kind of solder that I need to use or can I use any?

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HOW TO DATE NECKLACE CLASP - CAN SOMEONE HELP?

Would anyone out there be able to tell me when the spring clasp first came into use on necklaces? Any ideas about the age of this one, pictured below? Help would be greatly appreciated!

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sterling clasps on plastic bead necklaces? What does it mean?

I have thought about asking this question for weeks but I was afraid the answer would be so obvious that I would have to hang my head in shame. I have some plastic bead necklaces that look totally run of the mill to me but they have clasps marked either 'sterling' or '925'. The necklaces don't look homemade to me so I'm thinking they were made this way in the factory but why? The necklaces don't look like Mardi Gras beads but they don't look like high quality beads either. Has anyone else come across beads like this? What am I missing? Thanks in advance.

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Anybody speak Chinese

Hello, I think this is Chinese, probably some Good Luck charm but I'd like to know the meaning please - thanks! Veronique

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Question about referencing

I'm getting ready to list a necklace that is pretty much identical to a book piece except for the coloration. Can I refer to the book in my listing or say that it is similar or close to a book piece? Don't want to get into trouble with big brother! TIA

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Jade? Really?

I assumed these were some type of quartz but my auntie says these are jade beads. They are a lighter color than what I would expect for jade but they have speckles in some beads. Whatever they are- they are gorgeous, knotted between each and the clasp appears to be sterling, although its not marked. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ hossy

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Pretty little hummingbird pin. Look familiar?

Does this look familiar to me because it belonged to grandma or does it look familiar because someone else posted about a similar one or because I might have seen it in a book? Its ringing a bell, I'm just not sure what bell, lol. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ hossy

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I know, I know, it doesn't really matter what kind of flower

Since you can always describe as a "stylized flower" but ........what kind of fluted flower do you think this is? Also, judging from

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Amazing Hattie Carnegie Rhinestone Earrings!! Repair Opinions Needed

I've tucked a couple amazing pieces away for a rain day when I would needed a few show stopper auctions. Well that rain day has come. I was so proud of myself this morning when I went and got these out of the rainy day drawer. Well my parade got rained on real fast! Seems I really didn't look at these as close as I should. They have been repaired in 2 places in the past and a bad repair at that. These are large dangles that hang 2 5/8" and are almost 1 5/8" wide. signed Hattie (c) Carnegie repair with wrong stone opposite earring same exact stone placement Really bad glue So here are the option I've come up with. I was wondering if these were yours what would you do. 1. List as is by themselves, they might still do good 2. Gather up more rhinestone repair and do a Repair lot 3. Put them back in the drawer until I can find the replacement stones. I have already briefly checked Mr.Stones and didn't see these rhinestones available. Does anyone know another site that has this shape? TIA Rena

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Help needed id a hallmark on a 15K piece

Hello. I have no expertise on antique and vintage jewelry and would love some help! From the research I have done I believe this to be an Edwardian era piece (it is JUST beautiful!) I know the 15 K is the gold. Would anyone be able to tell me what the other hallmark is? it is a A with a 1 under it. Anyone who has any idea of value - please feel free to comment on that too. I am helping my dad process the estate of a friend. She has some really interesting antique jewelry. I hope the experts on the board can help me out with some of them. Thanks very much

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14 K Gold Owl Pin w/ Diamond and Red Stone Eyes

Hi everyone, I have this owl pin, and I'm looking to find out any information i can about it. Anybody know what kinds of stones the eyes are? What about that tiny mark, anything about that. Thanks so much in advance:

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I need help with this set and these plastic beads

Hello all - My jewelry addiction keeps me sane and makes me crazy at the same time. I have some questions I need help with. The gold necklace and cha-cha bracelet was bought as a set - the bracelet is signed "Bergere" the necklace has no marks that I can find but the beads are exactly the same on both - I think Swarovskis with the gold coating (is that Aurum?) Can I sell them as a Bergere set or as a "marriage"? The second set of beads are strung and move on the string, they are not molded on the string. The flower has another bead strung inside. Are they plastic or Lucite or thermoplastic - how do I describe them. On this one again, no mark or signature - any idea of what they are or where they came from. Thanks for any help. Anne

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Why Sherry won't let me take phone messages anymore

Tom Have a MEDIOCRE day

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Help with a silver Mark on a big hoot owl please.

I can't find this anywhere. Anyone know it? It's on this big heavy hooter Thanks all. Patty

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Findings and supplies made in USA?

Hello all. First time for me on this board. I would like some information. I'm looking for lots of jewelry stuff, findings, chains, etc. I would prefer stuff that is made in the USA. Is there anyone on or off eBay who manufactures this in the US? Or even in Europe or anywhere that is NOT China? Thanks for any information. Nancy

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Help with makers mark please on sterling Artisan earrings!

The earrings apear to be handcrafted, the size of a half dollar and marked "o'r" and "S.Fe". The test positive for sterling. I already checked 925-1000.com and no luck. Any help will be appreciated!

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Two nice Belt Buckles to list

I didnt know if I should ask questions here or the clothing and accessorie board so I'll ask both places. Are these worth listing?

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Photo followup to earlier Haskell question...

This is the earring I asked about in the earlier post. Yes, there's a pair, identical, etc. I don't know much about Haskell, but I saw a photo that showed a back very similar to this.. and the work is similar to some of the simpler Haskell pieces I've seen in books. I've yet to see a Haskell in person, though. Any chance these are unsigned Haskell, or am I totally off base? As always, comments appreciated! And thanks to help from you folks, I was able to make the photos smaller!! Thanks again! JJCHawk - lovin' the sparkles!

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Is it jewelry? If so what?

This is one of those items....the ones you say what the heck is it? Sterling silver metal the other is a stone or glass. If you know please tell me! Thanks

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Antique Filigree Italy Handpainted Madonna Silver Pendant Help!!

I was not sure if I should post this under FINE jewelry, but I will give it a try. I have this beautiful pendant/brooch pin, I do not know what to call it?? a Filigree Cameo, handpainted....what???? I believe it to be from Italy because of the 800 stamping, but have really no idea on era?? Has the "C" clasp. Any info is greatly appreciated. my-ricky

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Its not really jewelry bakelite holder

I've searched around a little bit and all I found that is slightly similar is called chatelaine dance card mechanical pencil. This tests positive for bakelite and it almost doesn't make sense to me. The little clip would clip over a pocket or something, but then the pencil would be hanging upside down? It actually still has lead in it, or I never would have known for sure it was a pencil. Any help with keywords or even where to list it would be appreciated! m/3340/3531087773_003260e417.jpg" width="451" height="500" alt="IMG_8909" /> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ hossy

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How would you describe this design on a coil bracelet?

I had this pic on a post a few days ago. I'm going to list it and I'm fine except for describing the design. Most of Forstner's coil bracelets have a snake head on the end, I couldn't find one like this. I could use help w/descriptive terms for the swirly end of this one. I guess I'm brain dead. Thanks

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Sterling earrings - need help with marks

Picked up these pretties in Friday's haul Backs are what's interesting Near as I can tell, the marks are: on the left, JA, scales and the word "kulturen", and on the right 925S and Sterling. I did find some Austrian marks using scales, but nothing with JA. Anyone recognize it? TIA.

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At a loss for words...Can anyone help?

Hi all, I wanted to list this item tonight, but I just can't come up with the right words to describe this necklace and earring set. So, perhaps with your help I can come up with a descent description for a Sunday night listing. Is there a name for this

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Newer pin or older with replaced clasp ?

Can you guys tell me if this is an older piece or newer ? The pin and clasp looks replaced, it's a gold tone while the pin itself is a grayish metal. If it's older, how old ? Whatcha guys think ?

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Sandy - possible new dangle - Florenza

I didn't see this one on the site (hopefully I just didn't miss it). It's a Florenza choker. * ---- Juli ---- * * The more I think I know, the more I know that I don't know * Jewelrypatentproject dot com Jewelrypatentproject dot blogspot dot com jooliebay dot com* ---- Juli ---- * * The more I think I know, the more I know that I don't know * Jewelrypatentproject dot com

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Are these genuine Chanel?

Hello My Mother has asked me to sell these earrings for her, she says that they are original Chanel, but due to obvious legal matters I would like to make perfectly sure first. They are hallmarked with 925 and another unidentified mark. Everything else points me to the real thing, but I would be much more relaxed if I had confirmation from people who know more about this kind of jewelry than I do. Thank you in advance for any help and information. [IMG]Link[/IMG] [IMG]Link[/IMG] [IMG]Link[/IMG] [IMG]Link[/IMG] [IMG]Link[/IMG] [IMG]Link[/IMG]

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Monday, August 31, 2009

What exactly is paste stones?

I was reading a book on jewelry today and it has a lot of pictures with very brief descriptions. The writer kept referring to the stones as "paste". What does that mean, please? I thought paste was the flat looking rhinestones you see on some of the vintage pieces. These were all different colors, sizes, and types. Some were plastic and some were glass. Carol

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We need some help.....Beads and Rhinestones

If someone could help on 3 items we will be your new Best Friends. First, Japan beaded necklace. The beads have a gold enamel ON them. Thought at first adventurine but not and cannot find any others like the. Secondly, this is a beautiful rhinestone demi. We have seen this construction before but cannot figure out who made it. Does anyone have a clue? Thanks in advance. The Sawyer Duettes

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Sterling dress clip - help point me in the right direction

I have this beautiful dress clip and have searched all kinds of places trying to date it and find the design patent. Before I pull the rest of my hair out, could someone please point me in the right direction? The utility clip patent #1801128 is dated 4/14/1931, and the back is marked STERLING. I thought I read somewhere that Sterling was popular in the late 1930's and pre-WWII. So, any idea which companies used sterling, or are their too many to search for maker's patents? Does anyone know which designers used the utility patent so that I can search their design patents? Any other way I should search? All photos are clickable to enlarge. Thank you! Nancy When life throws you worms, go fishing!

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Help, what are these, celluloid, bakelite or what?

OK, I don't want to sell something as bakelite or celluloid if it isn't that ... someone take a look and let me know what the heck these two are... and let me know, how do I post a picture here? One is a yellow

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Help - I need the link to replacing rhinestones.

Sometime in the last week someone posted a link to replacing rhinestones. I thought it was marvelous, but do I save the information? Nooooo!!!!! I have looked through 4 pages

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Two more from the tub... MOP? and Tree Swing

These two are also from the tub... the MOP, sadly, is obviously broken on one side. It's about 2" round. The other is about 2" high by 1" wide at the widest point. I am considering finding a way to bezel set the MOP and perhaps make it into a pendat/necklace if it has no value as is. All comments appreciated. J.J. SnooksCorner1930 LOVIN' the SPARKLES!!!

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CAN U HELP ID OLD ENAMEL CALLA LILY EARRINGS?

These silver and enamel earrings look VERY familiar to me, yet I can't remember where I've seen them! Looks like the posts were once gold plated, now worn away. One post is clearly marked 925, the other has three hallmarks which I can't make out at all. I've included photos below. Any help would be much appreciated. skippy527 !

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Ohohoh!!!! Got loads today !!! cameo n...loads

Hello Everyone I have got myself all worked up, had a great day got LOADSA stuff, all of it is broken but I dont mind I am trying to learn as I go along I have got some I would like help with ? I get in a great muddle !!! Is ths cinnabar? It says India on the back I dotn actually know what cinnabar is but I have seen in mentioned a few times Going to do other pics in other post have got confused

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I also have this PIN Brooch w/stone

Again, no idea, could someone give me help with the name era time. I will be eternally grateful Link

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OT I'm going nuts need some info if you have it

I registered a domain name through go daddy and started setting up a new store through auctvia commerce, went through all the steps (even printed them out) to direct my domain name to the commerce store but for days now I have been fighting it and it keeps sending it to the stupid auctvia store with my ebay auctions listed not commerce one!! I have contacted customer support and I think they just have script boxes to check for replys... Can anyone suggest a different place to set up my store? I need it to be very easy ( don't know html) and fairly inexpensive to start out I don't want to go into the hole any deeper than I am already. LOL when I do a google search I always see Morning Glory pop up everywhere (I love that store!!!) and several of the others and have always wondered where they have gone through. Any advise for different place's is much appreciated Thanks in advance Cathy Keep the candle burning till they are all home safe!!

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Anybody know this makers mark? Shell bead necklace, nothing high $.....

Just curious about the mark and the elephant. Was this elephant a nut at one time? If so , what kind? And the shell, does anyone know what kind of it is? TIA, and hope everyone is having a wonderful day!

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Please help identify these gemstones???

I bought several pieces like the ones you see in a shoe box full of old mexican sterling at an auction. The gemstones are very pretty natural and set in sterling silver. Anyone know what they might be? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Also, if I sell these pieces, what category should I post them in and what do I technically classify them as??

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CAN U HELP ID- OLD MEXICAN SILVER BRACELET

My second posting of the day! I'm hoping someone out there will be able to help me date this Mexican silver bracelet (is has an art deco flavor to my eye and boy, is there a lot of silver on this piece - VERY hefty) . Only marked "Mexico Silver". Also wondering if the stones are jade? Thanks so much in advance for any help/info you can provide! skippy527

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I'm Baaaaaaack and with a Coventry question........

Nice and suntanned, early release? program for good behavior. Or maybe because I drained the margarita bar......... Anyhoo. I was reading the "our confirmed D

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How to explain this repair better.

Got an email about this bracelet I sold. Link This bracelet is nice, however, the clasp will not stay closed. I cannot even wear it. It simply falls off with the slightest movement. It is the usual tongue and box clasp. I wrote a response but I want to be sure it explains the fix clearly. I have several bracelets with the same clasp and sometimes it just gets compressed too much. If you take something thin and carefully open up the tongue end it usually gives it enough tension to hold tight. __________________ Whatcha doin'?

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Can you joolies take a look at this thread for a purse I got

and tell me about the stone. its heavy and cold Thanks Camille Link ~ UNTIL SHE COMES HOME

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Need some KW for this big MOP necklace

So far I've come up with Huge Luminous Mother of Pearl Pod Handmade Necklace. They are two halves of the shell glued together and drilled to make beads. __________________ Whatcha doin'?

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What Does 10k P.O. Stamped On A Necklace Mean ?

I was looking through craigslist and saw a ad for a vintage 10K necklace with this exactly stamp : 10k P.O. stamped on it.They say its solid 10k gold but i am not so sure .It has NOT been tested or anything.What do you guys think ? What does the P.O. stand for ? He says its a heavy necklace as well.I know gold is heavy.

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4 pc Estate Vermeil (?) with carved beads.

Let's start with the fact that I know nearly nothing about jewelry...except what I like! I picked up four matching pieces of estate jewelry today; hinged bracelet, screw back earrings and 'clip'. The little leaf beads are carved. Faux pearls and I am guessing, vermeil? I would love to know era, general description and anything else you might be able to add, including the exact purpose of the 'clip'. No markings that I can see. Thanks for looking!

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need help with a necklace, ring and old pin thanks

Hi everyone i have a 3 items i can use some help with #1 this mans ring is not marked any idea on the metal? i dont think its silver maybe pot metal or aluminum what is the stone called i seem to remember something like intalgio?? #2 This is a necklace made of little glass beads what would you call it help with kws please i believe the elephant is sterling #3 this s a old pin there is a little enamel lost any idea on age any kws? the pin says honi soit qui mal y pense the back says rb 1902 thanks in advance Deb

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I'm back, what would you call these necklaces?

Can anyone help with the terminology I would use for these two necklaces, and do you know what kind of glass they are? I'm assuming they are glass. I know the amber/topaz colored one is older than the blue one... but both came from the same person. They were found in a house my neighbor's son bought. The first picture is actually two blue necklaces, but I'm curious about the one on the right of the picture. The second link/pic is the amber/topaz necklace. Link Link

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Jewelry - earring question part #2

About a month ago you folks gave me some excellent help for a project of making earrings from fishing lures and spinner blades. It got pretty long so I'm starting a new topic now that I have some made and nearly ready for listing. Click on the Link if you want to see what came before. These are the first efforts. I stayed with surgical steel hangers for pierced ears but if these do well, I'd like to try adding clip-on

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Old Cameo photo locket how do I open it as far as the photo frames?

Hi, I purchased this old locket at an estate sale and I don't see a name or any markings but I am curious about what is under one of the frames. The frame on the left is raised up and it appears that something is inside of it under the cloth or tissue. How do you get the frames open? Thank You! I haven't cleaned it or anything so please excuse the dust on the cameo.

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Who is this little moonglow guy?

I am wondering what this guy is called? I racked my brain and can't think of it. Is this new? What do you think?

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I know its not jewelry, but is this a SS bookmark

Its marked sterling on it, and is very thing, it is approximately 2 1/2" in length and then there is a tassle. Any thoughts on if this is a sterling silver bookmark, or something else...it is very thin Your thoughts are appreciated

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Help with bracelet settings needed, please

Can someone take a look at this closed auction for me, 350194515144 , and tell me if it is the same setting as mine or if mine is just a copy? I need some new eyes. Thanks!!!

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- EYE CANDY WANTED - it's the WEEK-END

Please keep pictures to 640 X 480 or below so we don't break the board. This is my favorite find this week! Signed Danecraft I have on my shades ... ... bring on the bling! Sandy The above post is based on my opinion. My opinion changes with each new learning experience.

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What are these beads made of?

I got this necklace in a lot quite awhile ago. I thought it was bakelite from the pictures in the auction. I broke the necklace right away of course. Anyway the big bead is bakelite, I just don't know what the small beads are made of. Maybe they are just plastic. They don't smell, no reaction to simichrome. I put a drop of acetone on one, and there was no tackyness, it didn't affect it at all. There is no mold marks, they are quite light. Lighter than bakelite beads of the same size. They turn yellow under a fluorescent light. Some of the beads have a small amount of crazing on the ends. (the fluorescent picture is crappy, my camera would not focus too well in the dark). Those weird blue marks are some kind of reflection. It has a barrel clasp, and all of the other beads and little round things are metal of some type. Anybody have any ideas? I didn't heat them at all, with a pin or hot water, in case they are celluloid. I am going to try to re-string it, what kind of thread should I use? Thanks for any help at all! Kelly

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Could Someone Help Me With aA Couple Pins Please?

The 1st is 12K G.F. but I can't tell if it is glass or stone.My knowledge on stones is pretty limited.It is very cold to the touch and is transparent when held up to light. The 2nd pin has me stumped. The marks that I can read are IRISH and initials I.S.J.? There are 3 hallmark stamps that are too small for me to read.I am assuming it is sterling silver...... I think this is in the Tara

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My 17 yr old son has the flu, probably Swine...

...but apparently they don't test every suspected case unless they are high risk. There's been a few confirmed cases in the schools here in town and they have been refusing to shut down the schools for cleaning and hopefully breaking the cycle. He started with cough and runny nose on Thursday, got up Friday with a fever of 102.4, vomiting, headache, cough, runny nose and very gray looking. Took him to the Dr. right away and he suspects H1N1. My son has asthma so he's been put on heavy duty antibiotics, prednisone, his nebulizer, etc and to call if he gets worse. His lungs are pretty congested. He seems better this evening but he's still got a low grade fever and cough. I'll be calling the school on Monday to let them know. He got sick quickly, but it's not any more deadly than the seasonal flu, just have to watch for complications. Just venting.

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Diamond help!!

I have a rather large diamond to sell...Whats the best way to maximize my $$$

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Help with Vendome necklace please

I sell mostly vintage linens, but picked this up on the weekend for taking apart for the beads for my niece...couldn't do it, it was too nice! There is a little tag, Vendome, which led me here. Could you help with describing the different beads and components for listing? I haven't a clue what you call them. Thanks!

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Era and origin of this silver (?) pin and earrings? TIA

The earrings are screwbacks, but I know that was used for a loooong time. The pin has a safety catch so not really, really old, but not all that new, right? Thanks! Boy! I hadn't noticed just how dirty the pin was 'til I saw the photos! LOLOL

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May Chat Madness!!

Deb has tagged me to start the new May chat thread. To keep everyone updated from the last chat episode... We have Cathy going to Seattle for a Lavish black tie event where her husband is representing his company! Yo, he's representin'! Diane is heading to Chicago! Tapioca pudding is not good in large amounts eatten over a short time span Verral's dad is recovering from surgery and doing well, he's gonna miss the marathons though Birthdays! Boji is a Taurus in March Deb is a juicey Gemini on June 8th, along with a lot of other peeps in her family Rena is on Monday, May 11th Smashing Smokeo is another terrific twin on May 29th I'm just a split personality on June 2nd. And I've been sending rain to everyone and will be sending more today. Deb, get the disco ball and let's party!!

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Enamel or Painted? What is the metal on this old pin?

Hi - I have a question please. I was going to list this pin and thought it was hand-painted. When I got to looking at it I think it's enameled on (see metal ring surrounding front) Or maybe hand-painted then enameled? And the back is very rough. I see where it's had soldering, but I tried cleaning w/a silver cloth and that front edge of the pin has quite a bit of tarnish come off, but not so much the back of the pin. I guess it could be a lesser grade silver? what ki And the enamel part isn't a perfect finished circle, it looks cut out. Maybe it was a "kit"someone got for Christmas?

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10K PSCO Ring w/Stone help Please

I am not a big jewelry person but once in awhile I will run across some and have no idea what I'm looking at. I have this ring it says 10K psco but the ring looks like its 110K psco (not sure if that was a mistake in the marking) Then it has a gem stone, don't know what type that is also a small diamond inside that. I would like to list, any help would be much appreciated. Name, Gem type,

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This is a direct link to the vintage costume jewelry: Link Check out that Dimartino grand parure ... I normally don't really go for rhinestones, but my jaw just dropped. It's not only a book piece, it's the piece from the cover of the book. Ruth the Packrat She who dies with the most toys, still dies. When's the estate sale?

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Need origin of Silver PIn and what is the plant or flower?

Stamped S800 I guess that means silver 800. Hass a curled hook closure. Am I showing it upside down? Appreciate any help.

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Help on cuff bracelet hinged Lucite Vintage????

hello! here's a really neat looking plastic bracelet. i bought it in a thrift shop and it is NOT marked. it is thickly made, has a good weight and it very nicely hinged... i don't know what to think about it. i feel it has a super vintage

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Some Q on a few pieces I have found

First is a Ship pin marked simply Spain, it looks as tho someone has turned the sails and reattached them which made the pin bow across the largest sail...is this something that would be worth having someone change or should I just try and sell it as is? Can anyone tell me anything about it and its marking of Spain?? Did I waist my small investment by bringing this home? LOL This is a beautiful porcelian brooch with a trombone clasp, it is signed and numbered? from france...can anyone recognise or read any of the writing on the back? I tried to find info on porcelian france items but didn't find anything with the letters RP or anything resembling the same type of handwritten on the back? again did I waste my small investment? Next is a dove pin, I can't figure out what this is made from, it is extremely lighweight, has no markings, is kinda cool to the touch and the pinback is not glued it is set in with a prong on each end..any ideas are much appreciated.. I know I have seen this guy somewhere before but I have searched the Coro and Trifari pat. sites and unless I sailed right past it I couldn't find it on there, does anyone remember seeing this and what kind of bird would you call it a stork? Lastly this is a bracelet and necklace set silver "X's" and Gold "O's", in very good condition and I believe it is newer but wondering if anyone can help me identify the designer..it has a "F" inside a diamond and marked 925 Italy, Thanks for any light you can shed on these for me...I know you all are busy and frustrated about the auctiva junk going on right now. Hope things work out for everyone!! Cathy Keep the candle burning till they are all home safe!!

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