[Jewelry making - Article 00164] - Re: [Orchid] Africa Blue

[Susan]

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    Believe me, I'm am as frustrated by the inconsistent and incorrect
    naming of gemstones as everyone on this list.  In fact, maybe more
    so, because I am the "responsible" party who is trying to sell the
    stuff.  I really try to be accurate, but when the source (even the
    factory that cuts the stuff) is unclear, then what's a retailer to
    do? 

    I want to thank everyone on this list who has helped me ID many of
    the beads that I sell.  Even though it has totally confused my
    customers to find "yellow jade" and "new jade" in the serpentine
    category, I think it helps to be as honest as possible in the
    reputation arena. 

    If I had lots of time on my hands, I'd pursue the gemologist
    credential, but I don't, so I can't.  That's going to remain a hobby
    and research area. 

    However, I do have good news - if you're ever in Albuquerque, I'm
    opening a shop in Old Town next month. This has been about 5 years
    in the making, and it's finally going to happen. I signed the lease a
    couple days ago. So it's really going to happen. I'll be in the Don
    Luis Plaza (right next to the old church in the 2-story pink mall
    with the plaza that has a fountain in the middle.) Anyway, I think
    it's going to be a great location and hope if you can stop by that
    you'll ID yourself as an Orchid member. You'll get extra credit in
    the customer service arena:) 

Susan
Sun Country Gems
www.suncountrygems.com

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