Journal
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Forged by Fire
An exploration of fire’s role in silversmithing—how heat shapes silver, reveals character, and defines the rhythm of handmade work at the bench.
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Agates as a Material
An introduction to agates as a jewelry material, exploring how they form, how natural variation appears, and how dyed stones differ from untreated agates.
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Sterling Silver and Plated Silver
A closer look at the differences between sterling silver and silver-plated jewelry, including how each is made and how they change with wear.
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The Nature of Opals
An introduction to natural opals, exploring how they form, the differences between common types, and how to recognize authentic stones through color, depth, and variation.
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Understanding American Turquoise
A closer look at American turquoise—how it’s formed, where it comes from, and what distinguishes genuine stones from imitations.
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