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What type of chain are this styles called?

Sorry it is super cloudy today and my lighting isn't the best. The first two pictures are the same and the third is a second chain. I'm interested in maybe dating them but I'm not sure if they are time specific, especially the second one.

u/whohowwhywhat — 5 days ago

Update on rings and hallmark

All of the rings I previously posting tested as real with the gem tester except the three stone ring with one broken stone, that one didn't. But I was able to uncover the hallmark slightly better. It's either W or M, with a raised one between two plain. I drew what I could see in case the picture isn't as good. I haven't had any luck searching for that mark.

Also included the rest again just because they are pretty.

If I understand correctly the tester can't distinguish synthetic or natural, just if it's another material like glass?

u/whohowwhywhat — 5 days ago

Some rings

I'd love to know more about these rings. All have hallmarks except the last one is hard to read and dirty but a q tip didn't do much and I'm nervous to dig too hard. The last one also has a broken stone but I love it so I'd love to know if it's replaceable.

u/whohowwhywhat — 8 days ago

When might this be from?

This looks like silver but there are no marks inside, the blue stones are teeny and clear, there are three. It opens by lifting the buckle and the hinge opens out like a belt would. It gives me early 1970s vibes but I could be totally wrong.

u/whohowwhywhat — 9 days ago

Help with this pin!

Here is another piece, but the monogram engraving is very worn and hard to see what letters there are. Im also a little bit lost on the dating.

I am not sure if it's right side up but I think so because the extra loop on the back might have been for a watch chain?

u/whohowwhywhat — 9 days ago

Are these genuine art deco antiques?

I inherited some jewelry recently and these two pieces are some of my favorites but I can't find marks on either. The pin is sooo shiny bright white on the back but the safety clasp part that moves is broken and the pendant is on a chain that looks correct but the clasps were replaced with magnetic clasps for ease of use and there are not marks visible to me on either piece.

There are some authentic art deco pieces and some with definitive dating to pre-1900 as well but these two have me wondering.

u/whohowwhywhat — 9 days ago

What is this monogram?

I can't tell what letter or symbol this is, I included a couple of angles. Is a PSCO pin, with an interesting back but I just can't make out the monogram it's so worn.

u/whohowwhywhat — 10 days ago

My top find so far

I found this amazing set of pin(?) tangled in a box of random jewelry I received and I wanted to share but I also know nothing about them! There are pieces dating from the 1890s in with them, but I assume this is from maybe the 50s or 60s. They don't have any marks that I see. The chain is two inches long. Any info or tips on preserving them appreciated!

u/whohowwhywhat — 10 days ago

Cleaned my set up!

I use a vintage tv tray for my set up and it ends up catching junk and clutter and finally the AuDHD gave me a chance to clean today and look at herrrrrr! 💝💝💝 She's rough but she's sturdy lol like me! It's my whole vibe.

It was a high stress day but I got so much done. Now I'm resting my body with some permanent marker that my wife rolled. I also got my daughter her first phone today and it's something I'm really proud of!

What have you done for yourself lately and what are you smoking?

u/whohowwhywhat — 12 days ago

What stone is this necklace?

Hello I have this necklace made of green beads and I'm wondering what they are. The gold part has no markings that I can see, and the beads are chipped away in between where they are threaded. Should I worry about restringing it for their safety?

u/whohowwhywhat — 13 days ago

Beautiful purple ring date? 18k BELAIS

I'm in love with this stunning purple stone ring and I'm wondering if anyone can tell me anything about the stone and the time the ring may be from.

It is 18k BELAIS stamped inside and the outside of the band in back is to a point like a blade almost.

I have an essential tremor so I'm pretty shaky and I tried to get the markings clearly but I can add pics to the comments.

I love the detail and the way it goes all the way down the sides and the little flowers are so darling!

u/whohowwhywhat — 22 days ago
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Please tell me more about this bracelet

This bracelet was in some jewelry my spouse and I inherited recently and the only makers mark I see looks like HDM or MDM. We didn't think it was gold because of the top looking faded or tarnished,. It clips open with this cool clasp. There's an engraving to and from with the date 1912 on one half and on the other is name, address which I've intentionally obscured. The other number looks like CI?4471.

u/whohowwhywhat — 23 days ago

Looking to use up my stash of single skeins mostly DK

I have accumulated a nice collection of yarn and I'm looking for patterns so I can use what I have, but most of them are just single skeins. I'm obsessed with shawls right now, I like hats, and I like new patterns and the challenge of that. I have a few go-to patterns but sometimes ravelry is hard to scour. I'm not a beginner but I like any skill level.

What are your favorites one skein projects?

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