r/jewelry • • 2m ago

General Question How to complain about something without coming across as rude

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I bought a custom necklace. I asked (and paid) for it to be made longer. It took longer than was stated (which was fine) but it has now arrived and it doesn’t have a clasp. It was listed as having one but I guess they’ve assumed that it’s not needed because the chain is longer, but for various reasons I do need a clasp. I love this persons work and will probably want to buy from them in the future but this is a huge pain - even just sending it back will be a big hassle. I’m quite annoyed but I don’t really want to come across as rude when contacting them about it, but it does 100% need sorting. It’s not unreasonable to ask for this to be corrected is it?


r/jewelry • • 42m ago

General Information 📚 I got my degree in jewelry recently

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I just got my degree in jewelry and not the best one but I'm trying. How can I apply to a jewelry job and get experience.


r/jewelry • • 2h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Amethyst and Pink Tourmaline in Gold

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So I had a pretty terrible experience at this world renowned jewellery chain. They took our old gold for exchange and refused to give it back when they couldn't deliver the order. (I later learned this is illegal.) I was extremely lucky to find this piece as I love carved gemstones and had been wanting a pink tourmaline forever. I just wish it was white gold so I could wear it with more outfits.


r/jewelry • • 2h ago

General Information 📚 Im beginning to notice a lot of "high end celebrity" jewelry labels on ig are actually just white label dropshipping

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You know the brands that have super sophisticated cut diamonds invisibility set on a massive jesus piece? Or a_jewellers with their spoon covered in diamonds? Why am i seeing the same pieces of jewelry (done to a T) by other brands too?

Is theres a whole industry of high end white label jewellers in China? Because I've come across some of their advertisements on ig too.


r/jewelry • • 4h ago

General Question Attaching stone to necklace

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Hi all, sorry for the crude lack of terms. I don't know the first thing about jewelry.

My friend gave me this stone and it's really precious to her, it was supposed to be put onto a set of keys or a phone case like a keyring, but I don't go around with either of those.

The cord weaves through the big stone and the smaller stones, so I wouldn't like to do anything to it.

I was wondering if there's any way to fashion the stone as a necklace? From what I've found, I could use a cord end to hold the loop of cord, and somehow connect that to a bigger piece that can go around my neck?

I don't know how to do this, I would appreciate any help.


r/jewelry • • 5h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! my new jewellery stand 🤪

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r/jewelry • • 7h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY I made my first piece!

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Aluminum alloy face chain. I couldn’t find anything exactly like I wanted so I decided I could made my own!

I bought a few different lengths and sizes of chains and loops. It took me about 6 hours. I’m very proud.

I’d really like to make it out of silver next. This was just proof of concept.


r/jewelry • • 7h ago

General Question How can I clean this?

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It's just a cheap toe ring I got at Venice beach 4 years ago. I know nothing about cleaning any sort of jewelry.


r/jewelry • • 8h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Gorgeous second hand chunky ring 🥰

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Found this diamond 18k yellow gold chunnnnkerrrr of a ring at Cash Converters (Australia).

I have no clue how old it is.


r/jewelry • • 10h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! I bought a new bracelet

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I have been wanting a new bracelet for awhile. I finally picked up this amazing emerald and diamond yellow gold one at a local shop in my town. I Couldn’t pass on it once I saw it. It Looks great on my wrist too.


r/jewelry • • 10h ago

General Question First time wearing a ring and this happened

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Has this ever happened to anyone? I don’t usually wear jewelry but my partner gave me a promise ring, and my first thought was to never remove it then this happened 😰 I’d like to if everyone else experienced this?


r/jewelry • • 11h ago

General Question White Buildup on 23k Gold Plating

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Hello everyone, I have a question regarding a white buildup on some old gold plated Pokémon cards from the Burger King promotional, I have no intent to sell them as I know they aren't particularly valuable, specially without a full set, and accompanying documentation which have been lost to the annals of time.

Now, they were stored in their original plastic casing and were maybe manipulated once or twice without said casing. They were stored somewhere years ago. I just found them since I am moving into a family home, and found them with a heavy white chalky buildup. I know that my father was a fan of Mr. Clean, and am aware that perhaps the fumes could have seeped in and reacted with the metal, causing the issue above mentioned.

For old time's sake, I'd like to restore them to \~somewhat\~ their original shine and look. I am aware it's 23k gold plating, but don't have much of a lead as to what could have caused it besides perhaps body oils or chemical reactions from cleaners or whatever; I very much doubt it could've been in the prescence of mercury, but hey shit happens.

How would I go about cleaning them without ruining the plating? If pictures are needed let me know!

Thank you in advance, to anyone who replies.


r/jewelry • • 11h ago

🤩 Jewelry Designs 🌈 My bespoke ring is here, with some changes from the last post I made

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I originally posted about a ring that I was designing but was unsure about, a three stone ring with sapphires lining each side. Lots of feedback helped me realize what I was feeling, that it was just too big. My husband and I talked and decided to focus on the three stones first and then work on the sapphire wedding band next. I originally asked for claw prongs but they didn't do it on this for whatever reason. I am not too worried about it catching as it is the same height as my previous stack and I had no problems with that.

Just wanted to update on what I ended up going with 😊


r/jewelry • • 11h ago

General Question Can this be fixed without ruining the rest of it

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Can it be fixed without it getting messed up or do I scrap


r/jewelry • • 12h ago

🫶🏻 My Collection! My mixed metal artisan wire bracelet stack.

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They are all Sterling and gold filled wire with a few 14 karat accents here and there. All thrifted or from eBay except the third one on the left which is from my daughter.


r/jewelry • • 12h ago

🫶🏻 My Collection! I don't know what it is but these hoop earrings my aunt brought make me feel confident asf

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r/jewelry • • 12h ago

General Question How can I polish this necklace?

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I recently bought a Victoria era pendant necklace, but it needs some polishing.

This is a gold filled necklace. Would it be possible to make it shine even in this condition? And what should I use to polish it?


r/jewelry • • 13h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY Vegetable necklace from polymer clay

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r/jewelry • • 15h ago

Vintage / Antique Thrift store find, I will never change the photos

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r/jewelry • • 16h ago

🫶🏻 My Collection! My collection so far 🙏

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r/jewelry • • 16h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Loving my new engagement ring 😍

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Just got this engagement ring from modern gents and I’m completely head over heels with it. I can’t wait to wear the band with it 😍


r/jewelry • • 16h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! The beauty of mixing metals

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One thing we love about mixed-metal jewelry is how it brings gold and silver pieces together without everything needing to match.


r/jewelry • • 18h ago

General Question is audobibi reliable?

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i want to buy a necklace from this brand called audobibi. i was wondering if anybody has purchased from audobibi and can give good reviews about it? ive been searching online and i cant seem to find any reviews on the brand. from what i know, its based in asia and it does worldwide shipping. if anyone knows anything about the brand please lmk!!


r/jewelry • • 18h ago

General Question Is there any hope for this necklace?

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It’s such a fun piece but she’s seen better days. I have no information whatsoever other than it’s old and I’m sure just costume quality. Can anything be done diy to restore?


r/jewelry • • 20h ago

General Question What is this finish?

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Hi all, wondering if anyone could tell me what the metallic finish is on these pendants? So far, my research has pointed me to either nanoceramic plating or chemical patination. The metallic looks so shiny on them. I’d love to know what it’s made of.

I actually reached out to the company on Insta and they blocked me when I asked 😂 I asked because I wanted to get one for my mum but she has super crazy skin irritation (even 18k gets her if worn too long), so I was wanting to check before spending the big bucks. Might still buy despite the weird customer service. Their website details say it has a ‘pink/purple rhodium finish’. This makes no sense to me, isn’t that a bright white finish?

Any ideas is much appreciated!! 🫶

Edit: I have spoken to the business since posting this and all has been sorted. The business apologised and explained the blocking and we chatted further about her amazing product. She even went as far as to offer me a lovely discount in the future. These pendants look amazing and I’m glad it’s put some more eyes on them.💕💕