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Fake Coins On Hundreds of Websites
A Long Island, New York, investor mistakenly thought he could make a quick profit on an online purchase of coins from a vendor he found advertising at www. Walmart.com.
Inherit a COIN COLLECTION?
ADVICE FOR HEIRS TO DETERMINE NEXT STEPS
PEARLS: Tears of a Mermaid
In the world of gems, pearls are unique. Unlike other gemstones, pearls form inside a living creature and are a true miracle of nature
GOLDSTONE
Although goldstone might not be a real stone, it’s rich in character and history
BROOCHES, Stick Pins & Hat Pins OH MY!
Get to Know Costume Jewelry and the Science Behind It
THE REAL STORY OF TURQUOISE-IN-SILVER JEWELRY
First-time travelers visiting the American Southwest are often awed by the availability and sheer abundance of beautiful turquoise-in-silver jewelry
Abel Buell
Abel Buell (1742-1822) was a Connecticut Yankee from the town of Killingsworth, now Clinton
ROCK & GEM FIELD GUIDE: From Mine to Mine!
Hematite is one of the most important sources of iron because of its high iron content wide distribution and abundance. Hematite derives its name from the blood-red color of its powder. It was used as a paint pigment since prehistoric times
KAL-TOH
Kim Lembke’s design, Kal-toh, is based on the Star Trek magnetic jumble rod game of strategy played by Tuvok
Playing WITH LIGHT
Faceting to Make a Gemstone Sparkle
7 Essential Stone Setting Tools
A Shopping List to Get Started
EXPLORING A Lapidary Renaissance
Digital Shift Evolves Lapidary Arts
Becoming GIA Certified
The Journey and the Rewards
MAXAIR eCAPR Respirator
If you’ve been a subscriber to Popular Woodworking for a while, you’ve probably noticed that I like to turn. A few issues back, I covered some of my top turning accessories—one of those was the Sundstrom SR500/700 respirator. I had many emails from people saying they loved the idea, but wanted a less expensive alternative
ESSA
About an hour south of Branson, Missouri is the small town of Eureka Springs, Arkansas
PREMIUM DADO BLADE SHOWDOWN
We set out to compare 11 premium dado blades to help you sort out which might be right for you
What, Why & Hows of CNC Machines
Over the last decade, CNC machines have become a common topic in woodworking. Most know that they cut things out, but that’s the extent of their knowledge
Mobile Spray Station
Keep all your spraying equipment and finishing supplies in one convenient mobile spray station
Hide Glue
This traditional glue takes a little bit of preparation and planning, but is still a valuable asset in today's shop
Textured Coloured Form with Metal Leaf
Create a beautiful showpiece by power carving on the lathe and adding a splash (or a wave) of color
Coopered Leg Hall Table
Coopered legs and tusk tenons build the structure of this beautiful hall table
Instant Dewaxed Shellac
Take the wax out of shellac and you've got a great sealer that's compatible with most other finishes
OLIVER 10044 Planer
Oliver Machinery, a name recognized as a manufacturer of vintage woodworking machinery, has returned to the marketplace
Family Travel
Unearth the Unexpected at Penn Dixie Fossil Park & Nature Preserve
Tucson's Year-Round Mineral Offerings
The Tucson Gem & Mineral Show is the hub of mineral-related activities at the beginning of each year.
WRAPPED WITH wire
Expert Advice for Getting Started
HEMIMORPHITE
Hemimorphite can be found all around the world predominantly surrounding zinc mines.
DIG IT!
Collecting Beyond the Rock Shop
Las Choyas: GEODES 101
Geodes are popular no matter what the type. It's hard to resist the mystery and challenge of what's inside these rather plain-looking round rocks.
PALETTE FOR THE PAINTED DESERT
A geologist once described the Painted Desert as a \"sedimentary circus.\"