So I was just quoted prices on silver casting. $2.30 per penny weight (the unit they use), and the ring I had them cast is 3.35pw, so in material it's $12.70. This was for a basic prong setting. The designer settings I'm having cast I don't yet have a weight for, but it's going to be quite solid and...

Yup, agree with both of you. While I am glad he's on a "kinder" path, it doesn't change his behavior from a year ago and he will always be my least favorite, and most suspicious.

Right now many banks are offer high interest rates on CD's, definitely a good way to go without much fuss, and big yes to the financial adviser. I have a friend who uses one for her real-estate deals. She keep recycling her money to buy more houses and rent them out or sell them. She's just a farmer...

So the other day I was watching SLC, and they presented a gold bracelet. 24k gold. Here is the item: Ankur Treasure Chest 24K Yellow Gold 3.5mm Textured Beaded Bracelet (6.50-8.00In) 4.20 Grams Watching the live show, it looked HIDEOUS. And I asked myself, WHY do they feel the need to MAKE IT so UGL...

@Rolltide

Yes, very true! Youd have to buy a HECK of a lock of gemstones for it to be a real investment. Realestate is the best way to go, depending on your area

Good afternoon... I never get involved with threads, but I side COMPLETELY with FarmMom on her above post. I still shake my head with distain after that performance with her. Maybe you mean MaeWest1953 ?? I didnt know anything about him :) Oh no, how sad to hear about how he treated michelle. Worse...

Gulfwaterlady Thankyou for the indepth background on him. I STILL haven't managed to catch him YET... How heartbreaking to hear. I have NEVER listened to a podcast (never had any reason to) but it sounds like HIS would be one I could do! Do you recall what it was called or how I could find them to ...

How crazy! And curious too!

Did you just google shoplc forum previously? I always just went to slc dot com and clicked Inside SLC just like you mentioned you began doing . . .

DesertPrayer I know I come across as an overzealous know it all, I am ONLY looking out for my friends here, and those lurking who are "secret friends". I DONT want to see anyone getting hosed over by any company. If you have been happy with your gemstone purchases, then I am glad for you. Hopefully...

what? Geez. They are such snakes. JUST like snakey car salesmen . . . .

What other big company would ever consider such a thing?