Or have you fallen for yet another fake crystal bead seller? Before you spend your hard-earned money on what you might think is real Swarovski beads, please read this guide about how to spot a fake Swarovski...
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...
Lampwork beads have become a popular item to use in jewelry and other decorative or functional items. There are thousands of beads to choose from. What should you look for when buying lampwork beads to ensure...
We know this might be hard for some of you to believe, but some eBay sellers are selling fake silver, german silver or silver over metal. We are eBay sellers and our items are all .925 Sterling Silver Jewelry,...
Since I make jewelry as well as selling vintage jewelry, I've done a lot of ebay 'shopping' - and I've often come across terms I'd never heard of, without a clue as to what they were referring to. So, for...
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...
A primer on how not to be cheated. It was only a matter of time. As the awareness and popularity of larimar has grown, crooks have surfaced to take advantage of that fact to make a quick buck. Just as they...
My Very Own Fake Chinese Turquoise Nugget You know the old bromide which states if something is too good to be true it probably is? It is still true. Turquoise prices have just about doubled in the last...
INTRODUCTION When I first started on eBay, around seven years ago, there were only a few people selling beads. An occasional listing of an antique bead, and around 1,800 total listings for lampwork beads,...
As more people come to ebay buying and selling jewelry with magickal properties I thought it might be helpful to offer some tips on how to safely collect these pieces. I worked with a professional collector...