I buy/sell gold items every day,and I frequently have to help people understand what it is that they have,so they can understand its value (or lack of value...) People see the gold market going up and get all...
Are you confused by the myriad of hallmarks associated with Gold, Silver and Platinum? Do you know why the most important hallmark that you can look for is the quality mark of the metal? Do you ever wonder...
Purity: The purest form of Gold considered 24 karats is equal to roughly 99.9 percent purity. Sometimes when looking at the stamp inside of gold rings, bracelets or other gold jewellery the numerical...
Metal Clay - A World of New Design Options Metal clay is an extraordinary material that opens a world of new design options, allowing for jewelers, designers and even amateurs to create nearly any design...
Looking for silver and gold on eBay? Here are some definitions that can help you sort through the hype and find the beads or jewelry you are really looking for! Silver, silver alloys, silver-filled...
This is a simple guide to test precious metals with testing acids.You will need the acids, test stone to rub the metal onto and cloth or napkins. Please note that the acid will stain your skin or worse, so be...
TESTING FOR GOLD People email me all the time "Is it real gold?". What I tell them is what I will explain to everyone out there in ebay land. What is GOLD? Gold is a natural ore mined from the earth, in...
The more you ask a seller about their jewelry or gem stones the better prepared you will be to bid on or purchase the item with confidence. The world of gems and semi-precious gemstones can be very...
How To Care For Your New Silver and CZ Items Or your Existing one's If properly cared for, your Sterling Silver or CZ's will retain their luster and shine for years to come. Much like Fine Diamonds, your...
Facts and Data about Platinum Platinum is a dense (heavy) hard silvery metallic element, a precious metal used in jewellery, coins, chemical engineering, and a catalyst used in industry and for car...