Hi, I only mentioned my rings since I used to wear a black onyx ring. My hands were always in vinegar, paint remover and other acid chemicals...
Hi, I do not think onyx fizzes or my old rings would have been eaten away. Just a guess. greg
Hi Janice, It looks like dyed alabaster to me. Where the wires go in put a drop of white vinegar and look closely with a magnifier. If you see...
Hi, I like A better than B. I am partial to NYC though. greg
Hi, It is higher than the center of the bottom. greg
[ATTACH] Hi, This is the foot ring that Komo is talking about. greg
Hi, It just seems to me not to be EAL but initials of the owner. I think they are just coasters. greg
Hi, I was not too happy with the second painting.Since you show it framed, I also like it a lot better. greg
Hi, Welcome to the friendliest board around. greg
Hi, Toss my name in a hat, please. greg
Hi Peggy, Take a burning candle and place it close to the marks let it blacken with soot. Blow out the candle and place a piece of scotch tape...
Hi, Another reason to hold off getting windows 10. greg
Hi, You have a Florentine No2 pitcher from Hazel Atlas made between 1932 and 1935. Florentine No 1 was similar but rounder not tapered like...
Hi OBB, Oh my. I love that tray. greg
Hi, I would have bought it also. greg
Hi, I use the extra heavy mineral oil. Most of the time I see light mineral oil for sale. I like the heavy better. greg
Hi, It's a beauty. I know next to nothing about opals. OBB says just rub it with your fingers, just makes me think the oil from your finger will...
Hi, Have seen one white crow here. Also have seen TWO solid black deer. greg
Hi, I love stapled items. It shows the love that kept them and not thrown out. My great uncle was a professional stapler in France. When he came...
Hi Brywil, It is up to you. I would do it just to remove the finger marks and other grime. I am old fashioned and believe ceramics need...
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