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[338] Repairing an Omega Earring Clip Using Welding Technology
This project shows a challenging repair and reconstruction of earrings with a broken Omega clip and heat sensitive gemstones.... (2004)
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[638] Repairing Freshwater Pearl Earrings Using Mini Pulse III
14-karat yellow gold cultured freshwater pearl and diamond earrings will be repaired as a demonstration of the new Mini Pulse III. The connecting post and dangle jump rings were not soldered when originally made. One of the dangles has become unattached to the post.... (2005)
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[368] Repairs and Alterations Using Pulse-arc-Welding Procedures
Repairs and alterations of jewelry that has been in families for generations is an ongoing request at retail service departments. These pieces are not of high value, but they have sentimental value to the owner. Often these pieces were not made properly, excessively worn or broken. To keep your customers happy, repairs to these pieces are inevitable and this article covers procedures for simplifying the process, minimizing risk and maximizing profit margins for the service department.... (2004)
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[721] Retailer Finds Success Fueled by Passion, Innovation and CAD/CAM Technology
Greg Stopka and his wife Lee began JewelSmiths 18 years ago with a belief they could succeed by providing jewelry repair and restoration directly to consumers - with no inventory. Dean Stopka (right), Gregs brother joined the couple 12 years ago to manage a second location in San Ramon , CA. This dynamic team and their staff have been very successful in selling virtual jewelry (computer-generated images of jewelry designs). Their total sales between the two locations compare with or exceed the dollar volume of comparable stores which maintain large inventories. Heres their plan for success.... (2005)
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[787] Selling Tips and Manufacturing 950 Palladium Bridal Jewelry
Retailers have been converting bridal inventories from white gold to palladium as manufacturers expand the selection of new palladium jewelry designs. In addition to stocking palladium pieces, they have been custom making bridal jewelry with new palladium alloys. There are several factors responsible for this favorable (re)turn to palladium including.... (2006)
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