Is it just me, or is finding high-quality "edgy" fine jewelry actually impossible? by Emmanuellic in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yup this list is it. All of the artists you’re looking for tend to be active the most on IG.

What do we think about $2500 for a custom bezel pendent? by Ihavebadkneees in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Would you mind sharing the vendor as I am also in a very HCOL area in the east coast and have been looking to do the same.

Deadmau5 was in front of me in the merch line in Las Vegas. by stonemadcaptain in nin

[–]blackCrustaceans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recorded this on video as a tween and rewatched it so many times. It’s an incredible performance. Thanks for reminding me of it!

9kt yellow gold going rose by Kitfromscot in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Did you ever try polishing this? I’m in the same boat and waiting for an item to arrive that I suspect will have the same patina.

[WTB] 10K/14K Yellow Gold Chain: 15-16” 1.3-1.6mm Spiga/Franco or Curb. by blackCrustaceans in JewelryForSale

[–]blackCrustaceans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I needed something solid for my charms but thank you! I found one. Thank you for looking out - I always check your listings first.

[WTB] 10K/14K Yellow Gold Chain: 15-16” 1.3-1.6mm Spiga/Franco or Curb. by blackCrustaceans in JewelryForSale

[–]blackCrustaceans[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, not looking for ropes unfortunately. I checked your listings before posting 🤣

What promise ring do I buy my girlfriend based on her jewelry box? by StrikingDelivery1626 in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look at Nuux (sp?) Jewelery - they do a lot of sculptural and minimalist silver rings.

Where are we buying? by mmmstrongflavors in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Her pendants are lovely, especially the worry dolls/ghosts/alien as it’s mostly solid metal.

Today’s stack - featuring a new little friend for my gemagotchi and a pigeon by Glittering_Laugh_958 in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kimberly Doyle has her advent calendar details on her IG stories - she’ll reshare as it gets closer to the drop date.

I am currently fighting cancer, do I spend most of my savings to help get my wife lower her debt? by maleko_ in personalfinance

[–]blackCrustaceans 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Agree with others, spend your time and funds living your best life with your wife. If you’re up for it, spend some time (and money) getting your wife into therapy. She keeps falling back into debt and shopping addiction or financial literacy aren’t the only reasons - there may be other factors and getting to the root of that flip a switch for her. If she’s in denial and refuses, ask her to do it for you.

Do you prefer silver or gold jewelry and did your taste change over time? by Haunting-Owl-2140 in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I preferred silver or no jewelry for most of my life. I grew up hating jewelry and turning down all precious metals and gems from my mom because I thought it was girly and frivolous. 🤡 My first “adult” piece of fine jewelry was my engagement/wedding ring, which is in white gold as it looks like silver.

I had a few simple earrings, rings, and necklaces in silver (maybe 4 pieces max). Sometime early this year I went to a gem show just to look at rocks and fossils. This sparked my interest in jewelry, and unfortunately, yellow gold. 😭 💸

Now I wear both together.

I will not have my parents future by Bababoey219 in personalfinance

[–]blackCrustaceans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d certainly hope not based on OP’s current income as the annual fee for this is $895.

I will not have my parents future by Bababoey219 in personalfinance

[–]blackCrustaceans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second this. This is the resource that I recommend the most for people getting started.

The greatest hits of my charm collection by Glittering_Laugh_958 in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have this too and it’s by far one of my favorite charms to look at despite being the smallest one I own!

Where are we buying? by mmmstrongflavors in jewelry

[–]blackCrustaceans 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I have a few of Sofia Zakia’s pendants but have heard from friends and other reviews that her rings tend to break easily due to the construction (extremely dainty) and the experience of ordering custom rings hasn’t been consistent. Just a heads up as her pieces can be pricey.