Victor Epand
Articles by this Author
Which Phone Plan is Better for Me
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Cell Phones
- Unrated
Putting cell phone companies to the test, to find out which phone plan would be better for me.
How do Jewelers Rate Diamonds?
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
We began our search by entering "diamond ratings" into the search box. The results led us to online gift retailers, where we quickly found a useful page on on the "4 C's" of diamond evaluation: color, clarity, cut, and carat.
Why Are Diamond Bracelets Called Tennis Bracelets?
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Descriptive history and information about tennis bracelets. Why are diamond bracelets called tennis bracelets?
How Can I Tell if a Strand of Pearls is Real?
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Ever been fooled by an imitation pearl? Read this article to find out how to tell if a strand of pearls is real.
What Should I Consider When Buying a Gold Ring?
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
What Should I Consider When Buying a Gold Ring?
Sprucing Up an Older Bridal Set
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Helpful instructions for sprucing up an older bridal set.
What is the Real Market and Healing Value of Sapphires?
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Information about the value of sapphires of various conditions when sold to various markets, pawn shops, or jewelers. Also, information about the healing properties of sapphires.
Solutions for Resizing a Ring that Does Not Fit
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Do you have a problem with a ring that does not fit? This article gives suggestions, such as what to do when the knuckle is enlarged, sizing beads, fingerfit shank, lockshank, etc.
How to Repair Broken Jade
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Arts and Crafts
- Unrated
How to Repair Broken Jade
How Some Companies Rhodium Their Silver
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Nickel plating dull and not bright? This article explains how some companies Rhodium their silver.
Gold and Rhodium Plating for Watch Bands and Rings
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Information and suggestions for applying gold and rhodium plating to watch bands and rings.
Allergic Reaction to Nickel Alloyed White Gold Jewelry
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
This article describes a number of suggested solutions for people with allergic reactions to rhodium plated rings that use white gold alloyed with nickel.
What is Platinum Jewelry?
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
What is Platinum Jewelry?
Gold Wedding Band Marks and Hallmarks
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
Description and details about various marks and hallmarks on gold wedding bands.
Thickness of 18kt Plated White Gold
- By Victor Epand
- Published 03/27/2007
- Jewelry
- Unrated
You ask how durable is an 18k gold plate. Wow, I do wish I could give you an answer in months or years or in any time frame. The fact is, without knowing how thick the plated surface actually might be there is little way to predict wearability. Even if I knew the thickness, the best I could say is, "It will wear better (or worse) than this or that other sort of plate or layer."