Featured Two pieces that I love and they need some loving care!Please help

Discussion in 'Jewelry' started by bobsyouruncle, Dec 20, 2017.

  1. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    IMG_1016.JPG Would anyone of you amazing jewellery people be able to give me a hint of where to find the parts I need to restore these two pieces? Thank you IMG_1016.JPG
     

    Attached Files:

    bobsyouruncle, Dec 20, 2017
    #1 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy, KingofThings, aaroncab and 3 others like this.
  2. Hollyblue

    Hollyblue Well-Known Member

    Is there a local gem and mineral club in your area? You may be able to find a hobbyist who can cut new stones.
     
    Hollyblue, Dec 20, 2017
    #2 + Quote Reply
    Figtree3, Christmasjoy, bobsyouruncle and 2 others like this.
  3. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    I hadn't considered that ..not a big town but I will check....may have to find a scrap piece to find the Turquoise.
    thank you
     
    bobsyouruncle, Dec 20, 2017
    #3 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy likes this.
  4. Bronwen

    Bronwen Well-Known Member

    You definitely need someone who can do lapidary work to restore the cross. Suspect stones were the same red as the one at the top (red jasper?). The upper one will take some skill to cut.

    Since the brooch is one of those nice ones with various shades of turquoise, at least you don't have to worry about matching any of them. A jeweler might be able to get hold of appropriate stones for you. Little cabochon turquoises must get lost from rings often enough to be something made commercially.

    You can also check on line for the turquoise. I've never hunted for anything specific, but know I have seen various loose cabochons for sale on sites both for minerals & for jewelry makers. A very quick search.
     
    Bronwen, Dec 20, 2017
    #4 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy, bobsyouruncle and Any Jewelry like this.
  5. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    If you google 'Scottish pebble cross' you will probably find the right composition of colours for the Scottish pebble cross.;)
    Yes, that is jasper and heliotrope.
     
    Any Jewelry, Dec 20, 2017
    #5 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy and bobsyouruncle like this.
  6. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    Thank you all..I am off to search!
     
    bobsyouruncle, Dec 20, 2017
    #6 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy and Any Jewelry like this.
  7. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    Will you post the result? I'd love to see it. Those are two lovely pieces that deserve to be restored.
     
    Any Jewelry, Dec 20, 2017
    #7 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy, pearlsnblume, aaroncab and 1 other person like this.
  8. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    It may take time...but I promise..thank you
     
    bobsyouruncle, Dec 20, 2017
    #8 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy and Any Jewelry like this.
  9. all_fakes

    all_fakes Well-Known Member

    Rhinestone Rosie in Seattle is well-known for jewelry repair, and might be able to handle this job. They replaced a missing piece of MOP in a SW bracelet my wife had, and did a good job.
    https://rhinestonerosie.com/
     
    all_fakes, Dec 20, 2017
    #9 + Quote Reply
    kyratango, Huphup, Figtree3 and 3 others like this.
  10. Marie Forjan

    Marie Forjan Well-Known Member

    I would give Etsy a try for the turquoise cabochons, I got some perfect garnets for a repair on a Victorian pin there :)
     
    Marie Forjan, Dec 20, 2017
    #10 + Quote Reply
    kyratango, Any Jewelry, Christmasjoy and 2 others like this.
  11. Michael Sokoloff

    Michael Sokoloff New Member

    What size are the cabochon turquoises?
     
    Michael Sokoloff, Dec 22, 2017
    #11 + Quote Reply
    bobsyouruncle and Christmasjoy like this.
  12. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    I will need to measure..I think size of medium seed pearl ? 2-2.5 mm
     
    bobsyouruncle, Dec 22, 2017
    #12 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy likes this.
  13. Ownedbybear

    Ownedbybear Well-Known Member

    On the Scottish hardstone cross, you might find a very damaged brooch you can harvest.
     
    Ownedbybear, Dec 22, 2017
    #13 + Quote Reply
    bobsyouruncle and Christmasjoy like this.
  14. Michael Sokoloff

    Michael Sokoloff New Member

    "I will need to measure..I think size of medium seed pearl ? 2-2.5 mm"
    I have 3mm at the base available.
     
    Michael Sokoloff, Dec 22, 2017
    #14 + Quote Reply
    bobsyouruncle, Christmasjoy and kyratango like this.
  15. Michael Sokoloff

    Michael Sokoloff New Member

    [​IMG]
     
    Michael Sokoloff, Dec 22, 2017
    #15 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy likes this.
  16. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    I'm so sorry...I missed your post!!! These look just about perfect..do you have them or could you direct me? thank you
     
    bobsyouruncle, Dec 28, 2017
    #16 + Quote Reply
  17. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    Sorry ..just read your first post..will contact you :)
     
    bobsyouruncle, Dec 28, 2017
    #17 + Quote Reply
  18. Michael Sokoloff

    Michael Sokoloff New Member

    Contact me and they'll be sent.
     
    Michael Sokoloff, Jan 1, 2018
    #18 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy and bobsyouruncle like this.
  19. bobsyouruncle

    bobsyouruncle Well-Known Member

    sent message thank you
     
    bobsyouruncle, Jan 1, 2018
    #19 + Quote Reply
    Christmasjoy likes this.
Draft saved Draft deleted
Similar Threads: pieces love
Forum Title Date
Jewelry Any value in these odd looking pieces? I love them Nov 24, 2018
Jewelry Two paste pieces, a buckle and brooch- are they Georgian? Aug 25, 2025
Jewelry Possible native watch pieces Maker’s mark? Apr 2, 2025
Jewelry What do you call the cardboard pieces used for jewelry sales? Jan 8, 2025
Jewelry What are these 14K Pieces w/Hooks? Oct 3, 2024

Share This Page