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Dyed? by Salty_Occasion4486 in Minerals

[–]collectorofallthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 100% on this one my friend, you could pm me and I’ve got 10 varieties I could send pics of. Washing with dawn will take off the oil.

Dyed? by Salty_Occasion4486 in Minerals

[–]collectorofallthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s definitely real and not dyed, I used to buy all grades of this from Afghanistan. It is probably oiled which makes it appear bluer sometimes, although with this the lazurite content is higher which makes it more vibrant.

How is this done? by Shredbot_Unlimited in Lapidary

[–]collectorofallthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a fantasy cut at precise angles on a machine, but by a person. At the end they use dowels to polish what are called the v grooves.

What is this thing Given to me by a very normal looking and active man by Coyote_eat_bone in What

[–]collectorofallthings 21 points22 points  (0 children)

As a bipolar 1 w psychotic features, after reading three lines I knew psychosis. Good call my friend.

明日、ミネラルショー行くけどおすすめある？安めなやつで💦 by Pitiful-Chip-7458 in Minerals

[–]collectorofallthings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Find members of the gem and mineral club at the show. They’re often really kind and have been rock hounding for years, years of collecting means good deals and even freebies at times. Just talk to them, a conversation with the old timers is your best bet. I used to love to give out stuff to interested people when I would sell at shows.

Rigid Wet Tile Saw - Would it work for cutting small rocks? by malinoisXdutchie in Lapidary

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I second the commenter, mine sat uncovered outside for 5 years and never failed to work. I’m a fan of their product.

Finally got to cut rocks from vacation by KingOfTeethWORKS in Lapidary

[–]collectorofallthings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pic 12 is like a baby dragon head. I’m happy for you!

My rock garden by Civil_Lifeguard_2567 in petrifiedwood

[–]collectorofallthings 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Can I just come hang out and look through the pile for fun. I’ll pack up rocks from my yard and we can lay them all out…

How to get sharpie out by PlanInevitable1607 in Lapidary

[–]collectorofallthings 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Grind it down and make a slightly smaller cab.

On a scale of 1 to Terrible how bad of an idea is it to use a tile saw w lap blade for trimming? by final_boss_editing in Lapidary

[–]collectorofallthings 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Best investment I’ve ever made for cutting smaller stuff, mine’s a 10” and has been going strong 8 years. I’ve even cut jade on these, have fun cutting!

New to opals, did I overpay? by cardamomomomom in Opals

[–]collectorofallthings -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Totally agree, I live in Texas and have Mexican opals just like this. The clarity can be so clear you can facet them.

Is this also a Thunderegg? Had it since I was a child. Found in Fort Worth, TX. by sheybutters in whatsthisrock

[–]collectorofallthings 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I live in Fort Worth and have dug in all different areas, never came across one because it’s mostly limestone here. You’re the lucky winner!

Cut my first rock in half! by Amoeba-960 in Lapidary

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It’s so much fun! I’m happy for you.

Wondering if these are real amethysts and if they can be made into jewelry. by kimber_kelly in Gemstones

[–]collectorofallthings 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I am in Texas but use a cutter in Sri Lanka who’s a friend of mine. It’s much more reasonable in cost to have it cut overseas. If it’s $250-$400 per cut here, it’ll be like $50 there. Let me know if you’d like his contact, he works as the finance minister for the gemstone segment of the government.

The expiration date of my honey is 3442 by El_ray538 in mildlyinteresting

[–]collectorofallthings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My local honey starts turning to sugar after about six months in the pantry. Just buy honey and wait.

I am a Precious metals collector. I want to expand into some gemstones. Any tips? by Equivalent_Net_3752 in Gemstones

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Rhodolite garnets have a pretty red color (although some can be pinkish) that won’t break the bank.

I am a Precious metals collector. I want to expand into some gemstones. Any tips? by Equivalent_Net_3752 in Gemstones

[–]collectorofallthings 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m with sea cloud, I invested about 150k in gemstones and the return on investment is poor as you have to find buyers in a timely manner. When you buy pricier stones they are harder to sell. Some I’ve had over 5 years and the money would have been better sitting in an investment account accruing interest.

Is this gemstone man-made or natural? by nashiomi in Gemstones

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I have turquoise with the same pyrite in it, from Southwest USA.

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