What's an Opal? Have you ever wondered how an opal is formed? How old is it? What is it? Well, here are some answers to those common questions. Opal Creation Opal is formed from a solution of silicon...
Ebay has many sellers who are selling Buffing Wheels and until recently no one really mentioned in the title that these were Cloth Wheels. My goal is to introduce Felt Wheels to all the crafters and...
Considering buying a Mechanical watch? Since, eBay limits reviews of products to mostly electronics and other non-luxury related items, we felt some consumers might benefit from our "Guide", if considering a...
OR do I need a Bigfoot, Pixie, Genie or Titan for my Lapidary grinding, sanding and polishing. These are all Great products made by the leader in Lapidary wheels, Diamond Pacific.And although they look...
We are frequently asked how to get started in the art of rock cutting, Lapidary. A broken piece of rock or pebble fairly thin, 1 inch in length, ¾ inch wide and ¼ inch thick, the closer the shape is to a dome...
nformation about Diamond Grading Clarity Grading diamonds for clarity is used to classify the imperfections, both internal and external. Imperfections are called inclusions when internal and blemishes when...
Introduction:When you hold a nice, old Navajo cuff bracelet in your hand, appreciating the overall design, finish and maybe the choice of a fine piece of domestic turquoise, you're connecting yourself with a...
New, Antique and Vintage Watch Glossary Of Terms. Read before you join an auction! Includes terms such as OVER WOUND, which is a false and misleading term, there is no way to over wind a mechanical watch. ...
In our more than 20 years as dealers of authentic American Indian handmade jewelry, the most popular item, hands down, is the cuff bracelet. As an example of the beauty of American Indian design and...
Australian (Queensland) boulder opal is a captivating gemstone. As the popularity of boulder opal has grown, so has the interest in cutting it. It is true that some boulder opals can be quite challenging to...