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Expert Profile: Thomas

Expertise: Have a question about jewelry repair or working with gold or silver jewelry and gemstones? I am a working professional bench jeweler, involved everyday with setting stones in mountings, designing and making jewelry, repairing and some custom manufacture. Over 30 years experience. If you work with jewelry as a hobby or as a profession, I might be able to help. I deal with the retail business, not mass production. Ask privately if you wish. See the box for that: It keeps your question between us. Please DO NOT ask MAKER'S MARKS, but metal quality marks are fine to ask. Please DO NOT ask diamond prices. See a gemologist for that.
Education is English/Physics!Started in human resources, to advertising, to jewelry...wow, what a road. Now a jeweler for many years. I have had formal training in jewelry work and many shared experiences with top grade jewelers. We just never know were we will go or be. Follow your best, your dreams, with some discretion!

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What do you like about this subject? My work is mostly just work..with the blessing of exciting creative opportunities. That door opened by freedom to work with and control precious metals. Taking work into fine art is the goal. I also do much photography as a very rewarding hobby.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? I hope to achieve a few more beautiful creations and to help others to enjoy, care for and create from their own sense of beauty. If I can help others better appreciate jewelry, I will have accomplished much. More thinking time and less wear and tear on the body would be nice.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Gold Prices are very, very high. Compared to 2007 with spot prices for gold near $600 US, around March 13, 2008 spot price was over $1000 US. This means for a seller to replace merchandise sold, the price may easily be 40% higher than last year. This is the market and the jeweler cannot control it. You will see higher prices at the sales counter.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject I receive mostly honest questions.Occasionally,questions are a ruse for other reasons. If researching, please let me know. I will assist. If you are writing a school paper, please go elsewhere. Feedback to an anwer is always appreciated and does help "authenticate" the question. I truly want to know if the answer was valuable to you. Thomas.

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Recent Reviews from Users

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10	10	10	10	09/05/08
10	10	10	10	09/03/08
10	10	10	10	09/02/08
10	10	10	10	09/01/08
10	10	10	10	08/30/08

User Comments

Thanks again, I'll keep you posted if and when I find out any further information. All the best. Cubbie
(cubbies on 09/05/08)

super courteous made me feel like i was talking to a dear friend super fast response he gave me alot of insight ,me not giving him much to go om
(Betty on 09/03/08)

Thanks so much for your speedy reply. I appreciate your sharing your knowledge and time. I like your open, laid back style of writing and feel you kno
(Patricia on 09/02/08)

He was all of the above. Thank you for your help.
(Judy on 09/01/08)

Pleased with the answer. Was what I was hoping for.
(Linda on 08/30/08)

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Recent Answers from Thomas

2008-09-05 concerning the rhodium question you asked: If you received an answer previously, this is revised due to errors in spellcheck, essentially. This is the same answer with corrections made. Thanks..: ) Major corrections are shown in capitol letters...

2008-09-03 Soldering Sterling charms: Erica, I am back.. Erica, with little or no experience soldering jump rings, I honestly cannot simply tell you how to do it. This involves one of the most basic task of the jeweler, soldering. The...

2008-09-03 Soldering Sterling charms: Erica, yes, soldered charms will not be lost unless a link in the bracelet is eventually worn through. I have not seen that happen. You do have the right idea for true security of the charms. Before...

2008-09-02 childs 55 year old bracelt: Hello, Betty. I hope this is a fine day or evening for you. As for the bracelet, there is not really much I can tell you about it. My expertise is in designing, making and repairing jewelry. I am not...

2008-09-01 Gold carat question: Hi, Pat. Thanks for this question. Well, a little simple math will answer one question. Pure gold is 24 kt. Something which is 30% gold is 0.30 x 24kt = 7.2 kt. Humm..not up to 14kt at all if the seller...

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