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Post by rockds on Nov 9, 2007 16:51:23 GMT -5
Well it has been a while for me on the board. I had to have back surgery again and this time it took a lot longer to recover. The really bad part was I couldn't sit for more than about 5 minutes. Anyway, this past week I have seen much improvement and naturally I was back to cabbing as soon as doc gave the okay. I worked up this piece and thought I'd post it. The top is Needles blue agate and the bottom is Mookaite, the setting is sterling silver. Thanks for looking and it's good to be back! Robert
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Post by Michael John on Nov 9, 2007 16:58:36 GMT -5
WOW! That is absolutely incredible! Christmas present for a loved-one?
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Post by docone31 on Nov 9, 2007 17:36:02 GMT -5
I think, that is just plain old good work. It is well balanced, the silver work is quality. The stone work is great. Bravo.
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Post by Bikerrandy on Nov 9, 2007 18:35:42 GMT -5
That's really cool Robert, great to see you around bud!
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fossilbrain
spending too much on rocks
Cookie Monster agate
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Post by fossilbrain on Nov 9, 2007 22:23:04 GMT -5
Wonderfully inspirational, thanks for sharing it!
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darrad
fully equipped rock polisher
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Post by darrad on Nov 9, 2007 22:23:46 GMT -5
That is one quality piece of jewelry! For us Sci-Fans it looks like a medallion from an alien uniform. I love it!!!
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Post by LCARS on Nov 9, 2007 22:31:02 GMT -5
Wow that mook is really cool, compound curves and everything!
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adrian65
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Arch to golden memories and to great friends.
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Post by adrian65 on Nov 9, 2007 23:12:00 GMT -5
Great job on this jewel, it's so original!
Does this space ship land on Mars or takes-off from there?
Adrian
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luv2hound
freely admits to licking rocks
I try & I try, but dang it! Those rocks just keep ending up in my pockets
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Post by luv2hound on Nov 10, 2007 22:29:39 GMT -5
This sure is purdy.
~~Mitzi~~
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Wolfden
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Post by Wolfden on Nov 11, 2007 17:20:52 GMT -5
Hi rockds , sorry to hear about your back troubles , I have them also , glad to see you are able to get back to the rocks , that piece is sure a beauty . where did you find/get the Needle blue agate ?
Thanks Wolf
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emyhro4048
spending too much on rocks
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Post by emyhro4048 on Nov 11, 2007 19:45:31 GMT -5
Beautiful piece! Great to have you back, Glad the surgery was a success.
Ed M.
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Post by rockds on Nov 12, 2007 12:39:40 GMT -5
Thanks all!
Michaeljohn - I made it and my wife took it as hers so yea I guess I made it for a loved one.
Wolf - I got the needles blue from guy named Chuck Martin. You can sometimes find it on e-bay.
Doc - Thank you, I'm hoping that I will be at your level someday.
Robert
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Post by beefjello on Nov 12, 2007 14:08:33 GMT -5
Wow Robert that is just stunning! Is the Needles blue from Needles California? An absolutely gorgeous piece, thanks for sharing!
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Post by Tonyterner on Nov 12, 2007 14:54:25 GMT -5
That certainly is one sweet piece.
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stefan
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Post by stefan on Nov 13, 2007 10:38:34 GMT -5
Awesome to see your work again!
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Post by stoner on Nov 13, 2007 11:43:29 GMT -5
Well it's about time you got off your butt and did something! That's just awesome looking. Glad you're up and about again.
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Sparky
starting to spend too much on rocks
Still diggin'...
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Post by Sparky on Nov 13, 2007 12:54:15 GMT -5
Very nice! Love the stones and silver work! Awesome job. Also hope ya get well soon.
Rus
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Zoran
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Post by Zoran on Nov 13, 2007 13:26:39 GMT -5
It is good to have you back. I love your work. Great shine on the stones and very original design. And very practical bail. I am going to give a try. Zoran
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