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J Dagger replied to the thread Stone type on ring?.

Connemara makes the most sense considering the potential UK hallmarks. The lizardite is interesting though and my stone does have an odd...

J Dagger liked Marote's post in the thread Stone type on ring?.

Or Lizardite? [ATTACH]

J Dagger replied to the thread Stone type on ring?.

You know I was going to write that in my post as a guess. You’re probably right.

J Dagger liked Marote's post in the thread Stone type on ring?.

Connemara marble? [ATTACH]

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Stone type on ring?

Turquoise? Awfully funky color if so. I thought it was at first but unsure now. Marked sterling but also marks that almost look like...

Forum: Jewelry

J Dagger replied to the thread Inspired by Mr Nate.

Congrats!!!! Silver spot is crazy high this week. I think it’s over 1.00 per gram for the first time since I’ve been dabbling in it. You...

J Dagger liked Sdcookie2's post in the thread Inspired by Mr Nate.

Here was the end result. Candlesticks were weight but Shreve The fork and spoon .800 3rd Photo all sterling, so for the 1st three...

J Dagger liked bosko69's post in the thread Vtg Cherry Amber Bakelite Table Lamp.

Thanks J Dag-Any tips about testing & cleaning Bakelite without ribbing off the patina and causing streaking/discoloration ?

J Dagger replied to the thread Vtg Cherry Amber Bakelite Table Lamp.

I would just take a damp cloth and rub a small inconspicuous spot to get to surface dirt off. Then do you baking soda or other test in...

J Dagger liked bosko69's post in the thread Vtg Cherry Amber Bakelite Table Lamp.

Just picked this up.It's got a few missing feathers and some dings. I believe it represents a Chinese/Asian phoenix. Total height-2...

J Dagger replied to the thread Vtg Cherry Amber Bakelite Table Lamp.

Oh that’s a killer lamp! Great score! I don’t love that the base is three different materials stacked but I can forgive it. Do make sure...