Here are my ten quick packing tips for new eBay sellers, that will help you pack your parcels with a minimum of fuss. This is one of a series of no-nonsense, advert-free, "coffee break" guides I have...
In this section of my Guides you will find current information on Amber. Topics will include: What is Amber, Identifying Fakes and the Biggest Amber Scam No One Talks About, How was Amber Formed, Amber...
When you start making your own jewellery one of the hardest things can be getting the length of your piece correct. If you are making a necklace for yourself you can simply hold it on in front of a mirror and...
From time to time, I talk to people who have spent good money on what they believed to be bullion, only to find out later that they have paid out in error.I've seen an increase in people making contact, so I...
Designer Daniel Kasoff (original name Kosovsky) worked for Speier Costume Jewelry Company for 10 years before starting his own Dan Kosoff Company NY in 1937. The name "Florenza" came from Dan Kosoff’s wife...
THEANTIQUARIUS A-E ENCYCLOPEDIA OF JEWELLERY TERMS Adularescence:term applied to milky moonstones Aggregates: Minerals which form without showing their outer crystal shape Aigrette: Hair Ornament Albert:...
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 exhausts....
Introduction Dionysus, known for his love of grape juice, was the Greek god of wine, however after a few goblets he became a little confrontational. One day in the forest with goblet in hand, the tipsy...
A guide to buying authentic British antique and vintage charms. The Uk lead the way in three dimensional charms. Our vintage and antique charms are beautifully detailed and are well crafted. There are...
You want to sell your antiques or collectibles online but before you get started there are a few basics that you need to know. Online auctions from Ebay to uBid.com to Yahoo! Auctions are becoming a more...