Well, this is NOT the first. I was so proud that I had accomplished a gold and ruby hinge ring. The only problem is the ruby was slightly off center. So, I decided to twist it a bit, put in a little epoxy. Not good. So I thought I could re solder the base with the ruby in place. It should work, in practice. a ruby can take heat, right? Yeah, if it IS a ruby. So I managed to align the ruby, but the 'ruby' turned white! Whaaa the....?? Indian die?????So much for the bargain bin from India at the Gem and Mineral show. When I took it back to show the dealer he sort of smirked....like, what was I expecting, a REAL ruby for $30 ??
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