AboutLes Keller Expertise With over 28 years in the jewelry industry we can answer most any questions you may have regarding "fine" jewelry, we cannot answer questions regarding "costume" jewelry or antique value jewelry unless it is diamond or gemstone related. In addition I cannot answer questions regarding Hallmarks or which jeweler made your item of jewelry. Please do not ask these questions as I am a diamond expert and jewelry designer.
Experience I am a graduate of the Gemological Institute of America since August 1982, and have sold diamonds wholesale, custom mfg. and designed quality high end jewelry. I have appraised jewelry for government agencies and continue to deal with Insurance co. for replacement of lost jewelry.
Education/Credentials Gemological Institute of America, 28 years experience in the Gem and Diamond Industry.
Expert: Les Keller Date: 7/22/2008 Subject: palladium ring, allergic reaction
Question My husband and I purchased a palladium wedding ring for me almost a year ago
and we were told it was a Tiffany band. We spent quite a bit of money on it and
now, I am having an allergic reaction. Is this possible? How can we tell if its
really Palladium? Thank you for helping, Yvette
Answer yvette
check the inside of the band and look at the quality stamp let me know what it says.....Palladium like Platinum is a NOBLE metal and has a high content of purity.....should not have a reaction but I dont know for sure without seeing the markings
thanks
les
