Noungemstones
From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. A gemstone or gem (also called a precious or semi-precious stone) is a piece of attractive mineral, which—when cut and polished—is used to make jewelry or other adornments. However certain rocks, (such as lapis-lazuli) and organic materials (such as amber or jet) are not minerals, but are still used for jewelry, and are therefore often considered to be gemstones as well. Most gemstones are hard, but some soft minerals are used in jewelry because of their lustre or other physical properties that have aesthetic value. Rarity is another characteristic that lends value to a gemstone. Apart from jewelry, from earliest antiquity until the 19th century engraved gems and hardstone carvings such as cups were major luxury art forms; the carvings of Carl Fabergé were the last significant works in this tradition. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License  ngfl-cymru.org.uk 640px x 348px | 25.80kB [source page] Process for Task 3 Find out about and design a signet ring as a gift for your guest Click the link to look at the gemstones found in the Fortress Baths at Caerleon To see more pictures click the camera at the top of the screen Many Romans wore rings with an image of a god on a From Yahoo Image Search: "gemstones"  ecoholidayguide.com unknown hu, 04 Mar 2010 07:15:50 GM This radiant pair of hand-crafted earrings incorporates attractively finished sterling silver and fourteen natural . gemstones. . These garnet, blue, peridot, citrine and iolite earrings measure 1.8" in completely. ...  comparingfashion.com Ash Moosa Sun, 07 Mar 2010 19:34:28 GM This era of jewelry featured garnets, emeralds, diamonds and sapphires as . gemstones. . Settings of silver holding faceted stones became a popular design. Georgian jewelry was worn both men and women. The Georgians wore an astonishing ...  connect.sierraclub.org unknown Wed, 24 Feb 2010 20:46:58 GM Sierra Club Online Communities: Find news, groups, actions, trails, events, recipes, info on stopping climate change (at home, work and on campus), enjoying the outdoors, and other people, students, and activists who want to enjoy, ... From Google Blog Search: "gemstones"  news.google.com Jakarta Post A variety of the semi-precious stones are displayed at the Paintings by Angels: The Amazing Gemstones of Indonesia exhibition by US award winner designer ... news.google.com National Jeweler Network At Hoover & Strong, which manufactures Harmony Metals & Gems, a line of jewelry made from recycled metals and ethically sourced diamonds and gemstones , ... news.google.com Daily Mail The live insect - which is studded with gemstones and gold - was fastened to her sweater by a gold chain and safety pin but was able to wander on her jumper ... and more » From Google News Search: "gemstones" What are the rules applying to people that are taking gemstones and jewellery home from holiday in thailand? Q. I am training in silversmithing and wish to buy some gemstones and other jewellery from reputable sources that I can find in thailand. If anything over a certain amount attracts taxation then what is the amount and how much is the taxation? Has anyone ever bought anytrhing like this in Thailand before? Any words of warning? All advice appreciated, thank you Asked by simmons.marsha - Mon May 26 10:30:14 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. You're going to love Thailand. The limit is $10,000. If you are purchasing with the intent to sell, taxes definitely apply, but I am not sure what the percentage is. Buying gemstones. Here's the secret: Chantaburi. All anybody is doing there is buying and selling gemstones. But this place is not for the faint of heart nor the casual buyer. These are where serious dealers go. I learned a lot from sitting at other people's tables and watching. The second best place is Silom road in Bangkok. But in both of these places, you need to know what you are doing. You can get ripped off or the best deals - even from the same store, depending on how they size you up. Learn about Thai culture and try to take a course in gems. If you can' [cont.] Answered by Sarah M - Wed May 28 23:33:35 2008 Where do you take raw gemstones and fossils to be identified? Q. I have amassed a trove of arrowheads, fossils, gemstones, petrified eggs (or a group I think are eggs), etc from sandbanks and sandbars in NE Iowa. Not sure what I have and no idea where to go to begin to identify this stuff. I would appreciate any input here (I have contacted the local museum, but they have no one on staff that can help). Asked by landlocked - Fri Jun 8 20:42:53 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. You need the help of a gemologist. Perhaps you could contact some local jewelers to see if they could suggest someone. Answered by Curiosity - Fri Jun 8 20:51:04 2007 where can i go to find someone to buy loose gemstones?
Q. I have a small collection of various loose gemstones that i would like to sell and would like to know where to go to sell them. my collection includes amethyst. lab created alexandrite, tanzanite, emeralds, opal, topaz, ect. Asked by jory1601 - Sun Jul 23 22:21:42 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments A. A lot depends on whether you're expecting retail or wholesale prices, or something in between. Also, a lot depends on the quality and cut of the stones as well as their size. How about advertising on Craig's List? You might, before you seriously try to sell them, ask a jeweler in the area for an estimate of the value of each, wholesale as well as retail, along with the size and description of the cut of each. You'll want an estimate of the jeweler's charge for the information you need up front. He/she won't do it for free. One major thing to remember is that loose stone, natural or man made, aren't nearly as valuable as set stones. The mountings are frequently what make the stones and the value of same to soar. It would be very… [cont.] Answered by quietwalker - Sun Jul 23 22:35:02 2006 From Yahoo Answer Search: "gemstones" |
