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Cut glass can be very beautiful as well as valuable. Unfortunately, there are plenty of forgeries out there that are difficult to tell from the real thing. Read these tips to learn more.... More »
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If you have an extra pearl, cut it in half or even smash it open with a hammer. (This is not recommended for a strung necklace, only an extra loose pearl). The inside of real pearls consists of thin layers of nacre, that looks like the layers of an onion as shown in the graphic. ... How to Identify Antiques...
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This is usually the least expensive method of decorating china - however even there, quality shows. Look for stencils that are fitted to the size of the object - not just "cut off" with scissors - usually quite obvious. ... 3. How to Identify Age in China / porcelain:
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If you are buying pearls, you may be able to identify fake pearls by their name: simulated, faux, glass, plastic, resin, artificial, manmade. Genuine pearls come in a variety of 'flavors'. ... If you cut a pearl open, you will see its true nature. Natural pearls are comprised of layer upon layer of nacre.
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Luster is the way the surface of a mineral reflects light. Luster should be observed on a cut or freshly broken, untarnished surface. There are two general types of luster -- metallic and non-metallic. The terms used to describe luster are:
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From their perspective, the glass is always half empty, no matter what you do. They don’t even point out potential problems. They don’t pretend to be content. They are, in effect, half dead and want you to be the same. ... How to cope with manipulation...
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