[Jewelry making - Article 00195] - Re: [Orchid] Africa Blue

[Susan]

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SoFo,

>      And yes, a good quality refractometer costs upwards of $500 - 600,
>     but a lot of people will lose more than that the first time they
>     buy misrepresented goods.

    Most of my goods cost under $50.00, so a refractometer is not within
    the confines of either myself or my customers.  However, you need to
    understand that I certainly don't undervalue the education or work
    entailed in becoming a gemologist. I highly respect their work and
    knowledge that results, not to mention the cost of equipment. 
    Hence, my questions to the group. I'm at a low budget level right
    now. 

    I'm not a gemologist, nor do I plan to become one. I've spent 20+
    years learning the computer trade. My new venture is selling beads.
    No, I'm not an expert. However, I do seek knowledge that I don't
    have. I am up there in years, so I don't have a lifetime to devote to
    a new career. However, I am willing to take the time to find the
    information that will help me be truthful in advertising.  That's
    not a small task, but certainly far less than the work of becoming a
    gemologist.  Kudos to all who have attained that high standing.  I
    only wish I could afford one on my staff. However, I have a staff of
    zero right now, so you're going to have to wait a while for a
    position with my company. 

    If I was independently wealthy, then I would hire a gemologist.  But
    I'm not, so I do the best I can. I hope everyone on this list
    understands that I'm simply trying to be an honest vendor, not a
    perpetrator of misrepresentation. 

    I haven't said anything previously about this, but here goes, . . .
    I'm opening a shop in Old Town Albuquerque later this month.  It's
    big step, 4+ years in the making.  If you're in Albuquerque from
    August '05 on, please stop by the Plaza Don Luis (right next to the
    plaza) and pay me a visit. I'd love it if you'd ID yourself as an
    orchid member. You'll at least get a big smile. 

Susan
Sun Country Gems
www.suncountrygems.com

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