The Jewelry Detective: Identification & Restoration

Repairs

The Green Death: How to Remove Verdigris (Green Gunk) Without Dissolving Vintage Glue.

If you love hunting for vintage jewelry, you know exactly how much this hurts. You’re at an estate sale and you spot …

Patricia Poltera November 08, 2025

Testing

You’ve probably held a gemstone in your hand and wondered, "Is this actually real?" Maybe you bought a &quo…

Patricia Poltera November 07, 2025

hallmarks

If you love thrifting as much as I do, you definitely know this struggle. You spot a dark, tarnished teapot hiding on …

Patricia Poltera November 06, 2025