OrangeLady

There are lots of very serious threads about how Gemporia is currently operating. All much needed I know, but I thought I would start...

I think we've all bought stuff with hindsight we wouldn't have done. I know I have & I could kick myself for it. So you're certainly...

As we are talking opals. Ever seen on YouTube, Black Opal Direct. He's Australian. And worth watching. He seems to know his opals ;)

GeoGut - Polish e-shop with minerals, fossils, meteorites, and jewelry. Trusted source because the owner of this business is a...

If you want some very good handmade silver bracelets, earrings or rings, I can recommend: John Garland Taylor. I have two bangles, both...

Usually cheaper Better quality stones Better quality cuts. You get the actual stone shown in the photo. You get a certificate of...

I don't buy jewellery other than for Christmas presents for so I can't comment, but I do know that when it comes to gold chains...

Lovely Rachel Galley bracelet, Pebbles. Since becoming disillusioned with Gemporia several years ago, my buys (either as gifts or for...

Donna is right. eBay has improved its Seller base a lot, particularly during the pandemic. Very reputable firms list on eBay now...

& these from TJC too. From TJC online auction: Opal bracelet I bought for £50. Zambian Amethyst bracelet I bought for £59. Plus lots...

I buy from Ebay and TJC. I have to be snappy on the TJC web auctions in the final closing seconds, but I've got gemstone set jewellery...

My "brown" quartz at the back...

Your ring sounds lovely. I've bought a few loose stones from Etsy, as I said I never thought to look on ebay.

EBay. Now, I haven't bought from Gemporia for years, but eBay have many independent jewellers making lovely stuff. You can get second...

Those are some nice pieces you've got Andy! I never think to look on ebay, I've got a preconception that it's fake or knock off stuff...