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About Steven D.Covey
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Expertise
I can answer questions related to colored stones. I am a professional gemstone cutter/lapidary for bench jewelers since 1978. I repair/re-polish all colored stones. I also cut from rough. Create custom cuts, match stones, inlay lapis, onyx etc.

Experience
I am a professional Gemstone cutter/lapidary

Education/Credentials
I was professionaly trained In Beverly Hills California in 1977 I have been serving the area bench jewelers since 1978. I recut/re-polish all types of stones ruby, emerald, topaz etc. I do inlay onyx opal lapis etc

Past/Present clients
Jareds, Shane company, Fred Meyers, OC Tanners, Park City Jewelers, to name a few

   

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In Category  Jewelry, Gems, & Minerals

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rhodium plating8/22/2008
  Q: Can a sterling silver bnagle bracelet be rhodium plated, and what is the average cost? My husband ...
  A: Judy yes I think that is do-able. They may have to plate it with another metal first I not sure on ...
Care and measure of opals8/21/2008
  Q: It's nice to find an expert to get the right answers from. This question consist of two parts. The ...
  A: I keep my opal in water. Oil does not evaporate as easy as water and could be good. But water does ...
drilling holes8/20/2008
  Q: What type of equipment should I be using to drill holes into small(less than 1/2" thick) stones like ...
  A: You need to get a flex shaft for your dremel. Next use a triple ripple diamond bit but use at least ...
purchasing ground-up minerals8/15/2008
  Q: I want to experiment with certain minerals (preferably ground-up) in chemical experiments. Where ...
  A: Sorry for not getting back to you sooner. This is not an easy question to answer. I have been ...
Help8/8/2008
  Q: I hope you can help me. I'm looking for someone to cut a raw sapphire i have I'm not sure how to ...
  A: Yes I could cut it for you. E-mail me if you want to do it. I will send you a price. The star ...
value of topaz8/4/2008
  Q: I recently came across a topaz stone that my grandmother left me amongst some other jewelry. It was ...
  A: Teri, Placing value on stones is not one of my best things to do. Thing is it depends on several ...
gold marking8/2/2008
  Q: I have a brooch with an 20mm x 15 mm fire opal. The frame of the brooch looks like gold and the ...
  A: If the brooch is indeed gold that would be a good bet. It must of come from Europe. Jewelers here ...
gems7/31/2008
  Q: How do I get super glue off of a gem
  A: Almost all gems can be soaked in acetone to remove the glue. Some emeralds that have been oiled ...
Cutting sea glass7/29/2008
  Q: I hope you can answer my question. I am a beginner and have been collecting sea glass for years! I ...
  A: I am not sure what a # 61 is. I buy them buy the millimeter size. If you are drilling holes I ...
Broach identification7/28/2008
  Q: Looks like the mounting reads 15CT which I assume is 15K gold. The 70 year old lady that I acquired ...
  A: Jay, I am not sure what to say other than my first impression of the stone is that from these ...
gem and mineral questions7/27/2008
  Q: Where is rhodium mined at? What kind of price can you get for rough rubies (34 carats)?
  A: Rhodium is a by product of Platinum mining mostly. Russia and Africa are two of the main sources. ...
Amethyst7/20/2008
  Q: I just bought an amethyst crystal.. How would I know if it's fake? Thanks..
  A: It looks like the inclusions in your picture look natural. Has someone polished it or is it natural ...
"Scratches" in sapphire7/17/2008
  Q: My fiance has a platinum engagement ring with an 3 karat emerald cut sapphire in the center. The ...
  A: I can tell you that sapphires are the hardest natural substance next to diamond. So they do not ...
clear coat for gemstone7/14/2008
  Q: I make jewelries as a hobby and have decided that i can probably start selling them. My problem ...
  A: The only way is to polish them no coating will work. If they are rough then they need to be cut ...
large cut natural topaz6/28/2008
  Q: I have just inherited a 30 carat (at least) square cut (cut just like an emerald cut, only it is ...
  A: This stone has more value for sentiment than dollars. I should be able to buy a stone like this for ...
inlaying stones in resin6/26/2008
  Q: I've cast a ring and want to use stone chips as an inlay with resin. Do you know what kind of resin ...
  A: Here is a site where you can get a epoxy for that job. It is the 330 epoxy. If you still want to ...
Lapis Bracelet6/19/2008
  Q: I have a seven stone silver Lapis bracelet but lost a stone so now I only have 6 stones. I was ...
  A: A stone can be cut to replace it. However color matching can be tricky. Is the stone just blue or ...
Rubies6/19/2008
  Q: I am deployed at the moment and I was approched by a man that had a ruby the size of a monkey fist. ...
  A: 90 percent of the time they are not gem quality. Good Ruby rough is very rare and expensive. You ...
Rubies6/19/2008
  Q: I am deployed at the moment and I was approched by a man that had a ruby the size of a monkey fist. ...
  A: A good ruby of that size if it was gem quality would be worth a Kings ransom. A ruby is a hexagonal ...
saphires6/17/2008
  Q: can you tell me the market value of a dark blue sapphire per caret at this time?
  A: Kathy, That is a complex question. If the stone is too dark they are very inexpensive. If the ...
Tiger Eye Cross6/9/2008
  Q: My wife purchased a Tiger Eye Cross and dropped it. It broke in two and I was wondering if there is ...
  A: Here is a website to order your glue try the 330 epoxy. Just make sure it is held tight while the ...
1978 Trident Technical school ring6/1/2008
  Q: I have a ring from trident technical school from the class of 1978 that I am looking to sell. What ...
  A: If it is a gold ring say 14K then at 900.00 gold price it would be 58 percent of that price less ...
pearls5/31/2008
  Q: How can you tell if pearls are real or fake, They were handed down to me. I'm not able to find any ...
  A: B I thought I answered this a few days ago. Sorry if it did not reach you. Most pearls today are ...
POLISHING ROUGH SAPPHIRE5/29/2008
  Q: HOW CAN I POLISH ROUGH SAPPHIRE I HAVE A SMALL TUMBLER I WOULD LIKE TO GET A SHINE ON THE STONE SO I ...
  A: I polish sapphire with diamond powder. As far as tumblers I can not say for sure but sapphire which ...
drill pearls5/28/2008
  Q: You mention that you found a divise to cut & hold a pearl while you drill it. What drill is it? Also ...
  A: Here is a website for the pearl drill. ...
denim sapphires4/30/2008
  Q: I am trying to match a stone to my husband's eyes (blue, but grey not green based), and a local ...
  A: I would not use the word inferior. It may not be the preferred color, but that is a matter of ...
Agate and Onyx?4/23/2008
  Q: What is the difference in between Dyed Agate and Onyx? (To my knowledge the agate is concentric, ...
  A: I am not sure about the parallel idea but yes dyed agate is concentric. As far as the difference one ...
rough diamonds3/30/2008
  Q: I have some lava rocks,can there be diamonds inside of them ,and if ther is, how can I tell if the ...
  A: Diamonds normally are found in gravel beds and or in place in the earth. They are formed in ...
'real' rubies3/27/2008
  Q: Is it true that the way to tell if a ruby is real, is by putting it under a UV light - and it will ...
  A: There is no way I know of to know for sure. If you had looked at a lot of natural ones and a lot ...
'real' rubies3/26/2008
  Q: Is it true that the way to tell if a ruby is real, is by putting it under a UV light - and it will ...
  A: Not exactly, here is an artical on the subject. Distinguishing Properties RUBY * ...
STONES & MINERALS3/25/2008
  Q: I "inherited" a collection of sorts from a previous jeweler. Most are polished stones. I am trying ...
  A: A custom jeweler or gemologist could give you an idea what stones are genuine and which are ...
amethyst ring3/22/2008
  Q: Can the color of an amethyst be enhanced? Would a jeweler be liable for cracking and coloring a ...
  A: Jewelers do not have the time or knowledge generally speaking to heat treat stones. They are known ...
GB mean3/18/2008
  Q: what does 24 K GB mean is it real or not
  A: This means your jewelry has a very thin layer of 24 karat (24K means pure) gold bonded to base ...
Amber Stone3/9/2008
  Q: I had a question on a amber stone that appears to have russian markings. I am wondering what it is ...
  A: They are just called Amber. It would be hard to tell how old the ring is. I do not think that ...
Amber Stone3/8/2008
  Q: I had a question on a amber stone that appears to have russian markings. I am wondering what it is ...
  A: I guess I do not understand your question. It is amber, which is petrified tree sap. When the sap ...
platinum wedding band3/3/2008
  Q: Can my grandmothers platinum wedding band be thickened and re-shaped to create a slightly wider ...
  A: The only way you could make it thicker would be to re-cast it. It would take more metal to do that. ...
black onyx and white topaz2/29/2008
  Q: I won a string of black onyx beads with white topaz chips for a small price on Ebay. Though ...
  A: Black Onyx is abundant. Most of it is dyed agate, some is natural. The natural will have ...
hematite2/26/2008
  Q: I have a faceted hematite stone (marquis shape) that someone special gave me. I want to have it set ...
  A: You should not have any trouble. Most jewelers know about hematite. The cost would depend on where ...
minerals2/13/2008
  Q: what is the rarest mineral?
  A: John, My field is more in the gemstone world. Here is something I found in the gemstone world. ...
gemstone test2/2/2008
  Q: plz tell me how i can check my gemstone is real or not if i have no special apratus for testing. any ...
  A: Amir, What type of stone do you have? What is the history of how you got it? Is it cut or rough? ...
Jewelry i purchase1/30/2008
  Q: i had no attention on returning it until my bestfriend said it would originally turn from its gold ...
  A: Most jewelers can re-plate your necklace back to gold. It is very easy and does not take much time. ...
lacquer1/29/2008
  Q: Recently I was attempting to remove oxidation on the silver in an abalone necklace and stripped off ...
  A: I answered this a few days ago but somehow it did not make it into the system. Sorry about that. ...
Gemstone drilling1/23/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you can help me or point me in the right direction. I want to start making ...
  A: I was asked this question not to long ago. I personally use both a small drill press for using ...
Cleaning uncut gemstones1/23/2008
  Q: I recently purchased some uncut emeralds and rubies. Basically they are straight out of the ground. ...
  A: Normally you can see very easily what you have if they are good quality. Even if the crystals are ...
In Afghanistan12/17/2007
  Q: Mr Covey I am in Afghanistan and want to know which stones should I buy while I am here and how do I ...
  A: What are you buying? Unless you have knowledge and experience in the type of stone you are buying ...
Equipment for drilling gemstones12/15/2007
  Q: I am just getting into drilling and need to buy equipment. Should I be looking at a dremel tool ...
  A: You may want both. Also I found this drill for drilling pearls. You could use diamond bits with it ...
Equipment for drilling gemstones12/14/2007
  Q: I am just getting into drilling and need to buy equipment. Should I be looking at a dremel tool ...
  A: What type of drilling are you going to be doing? Beads? What type of stone? How many units per ...
Drilling holes in fragile material12/7/2007
  Q: I recently purchased some antique poker chips, some are made from bone and some are made from mother ...
  A: Yes diamond is recommended. Get a triple ripple type 1.8 mm Go slow and keep the drill cool in ...
Ring Resizing12/5/2007
  Q: I just bought my girlfriend a Blue Topaz and diamond Ring set in 10k white gold. I haven't given it ...
  A: Try this directory just enter your zip code. Call one or more of these independant masters. I am ...
Jewelry Repair11/29/2007
  Q: I have a small crack in my center diamond on my engagement ring. How much does something like this ...
  A: I think I already answered this but, I will answer again. The cost would depend on the repairs but ...
Is This Stone a Blue Sapphire?11/26/2007
  Q: my team found a very big blue stone in Borneo, Indonesia recently. It is about a baby head in size ...
  A: What I am saying is from a picture I can not make a good assessment. I do not see any crystaline ...
brooch with stones marked 800, signed11/14/2007
  Q: What does the 800 mark mean and I can't make out the signing. Also the center stone is so dark and I ...
  A: If the brooch is gold it could mean 800 fine. 1000 would be pure gold. This is how London gold is ...
Gemstone Design via Cad Design11/8/2007
  Q: Do you have knowledge regarding designing gemstones using cad design? If your response is yes I ...
  A: First you need to learn to operate the software. Then you can make 3D renderings of rings etc. ...
Serpentine11/7/2007
  Q: I wonder if you could tell me how safe serpentine from Peru is. I have some jewelry from there but I ...
  A: Is your stone fibrous looking? Asbestos is very fibrous, and curly in the serpentine. Chrysotile ...
stone replacement10/28/2007
  Q: heres my story. I inherited an old filigree bracelet. Its Rhodium plated metal, but not gold or ...
  A: That happens to be my specialaity. Cutting stones to match. I would need a stone to match. If you ...
jade10/13/2007
  Q: How do I tell if jade is real? What color should jade be on the inside of a broken edge? How do I ...
  A: Here is some info on the subject. Jadeite Chemistry: NaAlSi2O6 , Sodium Aluminum Silicate Class: ...
tanzanite10/13/2007
  Q: With all the hype about tanzanite, do you think it is worth investing in and if so what size stones ...
  A: Well they say the supply will run out in the future which does add to that possibility. If you do ...
diamonds vs. diamonds vs. ??9/14/2007
  Q: I heard that diamonds are 9 in hardness, diamonique, an 8, and another variety altogether (?) an ...
  A: Actually, diamonds are 10 on the moh scale. Ruby is 9 but the space between 9 and 10 is greater than ...
citrine repair9/13/2007
  Q: I have an 18 carat one stone citrine that has lost it's brilliance after my fiancee wore it ...
  A: Yes I re-polish stones all the time. It would have to be removed from the mounting by a jeweler. ...
opal stone in ring9/2/2007
  Q: can you tell me what i can do about an opal stone that is very dull. i brought it on e-bay for ...
  A: It needs to be polished with pure high grade cerium oxide on felt pad that is spinning the felt is ...
hallmarks9/1/2007
  Q: have the letters GLC9K stamped on the inner of my wedding band also have the normal hallmarks, what ...
  A: They are probably manufacturer stamps. Is is it marked 14K or 18K? Is it gold? As you know gold ...
gemstone size8/30/2007
  Q: I have several rings where I lost the gemstone. How can I get the correct size to fit. Is there a ...
  A: Most jewelers would measure your mounting for free at least the ones I know would. They would also ...
Drilling Gems8/29/2007
  Q: What type of Dremel Tool should I use to make holes in gems for jewelry making?
  A: I use a regular dremel with a flex cable attachment. I buy diamond drill bits sizes range from 1.5 ...
Unknown purple stone8/27/2007
  Q: I have a bracelet, belonging to my mom, that has pearly purple stones, which are carved to look ...
  A: I would need to see a good digital picture. Purple could be amethyst but it is not pearly. Could ...
gems8/19/2007
  Q: I don't much about gems but I'm here in gem country and wanted to take advantage of my opportunity ...
  A: Well, if they look too good chances are they are fake. I would say just go by your instinct and as ...
Jewellery Repair8/18/2007
  Q: Do you know of any way to convert pierced earrings into clip-ons? Clips are so much easier on my ...
  A: Depending on the design of you earring it would be a matter of cutting off the post and soldering ...
gems8/18/2007
  Q: I don't much about gems but I'm here in gem country and wanted to take advantage of my opportunity ...
  A: What gem country are you taking about? What kind of gems are available? Cut stones are easier to ...
ring7/19/2007
  Q: i have a ring with 3 amethyst. alot of detail,lots of small balls. inside of the ring there is a ...
  A: Is the ring white or gold color? It sounds like a silver ring. As far as value that is in the eye ...
cutting amber6/30/2007
  Q: i got a rough piece of amber as a gift. it's in a pretty cheesy sterling wrap. i think it has a bug ...
  A: Off hand I am not sure who I could send you to. How do you want it re-cut and set in? Me and my ...
types of glue for stones?6/29/2007
  Q: I am trying to glue various types of cabochons ex;black onyx , mother of pearl, turquoise etc...into ...
  A: You could try loctite instant glue. Also there are special jewelers two part epoxies (330). Check ...
Measuring various gemstones6/25/2007
  Q: 1) Is coral considered a gemstone? Would it be measured in carats. 2) Which of the following are ...
  A: Some may consider coral as a gemstone but I do not. But it is used like gemstone materials. So I ...
How to??6/25/2007
  Q: I have some loose diamonds. I have a catalogue that has gold earring mountings for the round stones ...
  A: I could talk to my jeweler friend whom I do gemstone cutting for and he does jewelry work on ...
How to??6/24/2007
  Q: I have some loose diamonds. I have a catalogue that has gold earring mountings for the round stones ...
  A: To set diamonds you would need a jewelers tools. They cut seats in the gold. Then they bend the ...
Recutting Round Emerald6/22/2007
  Q: I have a 2.89ct Round Columbian Emerald that is mounting into a ring. At the bottom of the gem, ...
  A: David, I have to apologize. I answered the same day I got it. I not sure what happeded when I saw ...
White Sapphires6/1/2007
  Q: What is the value of white sapphires that are free of inclusions, per carat? Does the country of ...
  A: White sapphires can be quite inexpensive from 5.00 to 20.00 per carat. It does not matter where it ...
sapphire grades6/1/2007
  Q: I have a 7x5mm, .90 ct. emerald cut sapphire. Color: fine- Dk. Clarity: LF-1 Price per carat at the ...
  A: Who graded your sapphire with these terms? I have not seen or heard them before. What color is ...
ametrines and lines of demarcation5/30/2007
  Q: I recently bought a ring off the internet and it was advertised as an ametrine, 5 carats in weight ...
  A: Ametrine can be exactly 50/50, the gemstone cutter can make that by how he orients the rough. ...
sapphire polishing5/10/2007
  Q: my wedding ring is a sapphire that cost my husband $4000. I can't remember the carat wt.Recently one ...
  A: The jeweler would have sent your stone out to a gemcutter like myself. He would use a steel wheel ...
need some help5/9/2007
  Q: how are gold mines are found? why gold is measure in carat? who own most of the gold ? what is ...
  A: Gold mines are found by prospecting. You go into the field. Take samples then assay the samples. ...
Jade pendant necklace4/30/2007
  Q: I have a what I believe to be jade pendant on a gold chain. The pendant is carved and I think the ...
  A: Most people who work with gemstones for a living could tell you by looking at the stone if it is ...
Drilling Holes4/18/2007
  Q: I recently bought some polished rocks at a store that was closing. They did not have holes in them ...
  A: You will need to buy a dremel tool at home depot or hobby shop. You will also need to buy some ...
garnets4/16/2007
  Q: I recently went mining and went home with some garnets,I believe almandine.They all have a multi ...
  A: I believe I already wrote to you. But it was brought to my attention this question was unanswered. ...
AMETHYST4/12/2007
  Q: I AM LOOKING FOR A 8 MM X 22 MM FACETED AMETHYST FOR A RING I HAVE. HOW CAN I FIND ONE? THANKS FOR ...
  A: I need an email address to send you pictures. I will need to know more about your ring. Do you ...
AMETHYST4/10/2007
  Q: I AM LOOKING FOR A 8 MM X 22 MM FACETED AMETHYST FOR A RING I HAVE. HOW CAN I FIND ONE? THANKS FOR ...
  A: I could get you into the stone for around 35.00 to 55.00 range. A gemologist can certify the stone ...
AMETHYST4/9/2007
  Q: I AM LOOKING FOR A 8 MM X 22 MM FACETED AMETHYST FOR A RING I HAVE. HOW CAN I FIND ONE? THANKS FOR ...
  A: I could provide that service for you. I can custom cut it for you. I would charge 65.00 to cut it ...
Just curious about a stone I found, nothing more!4/6/2007
  Q: How can I get a stone identified and be taken seriously? It's a water washed bluish green jagged ...
  A: Do you have a good digital camera? If so take some pics and send them to me. Use good light and ...
polishing to high gloss shine3/31/2007
  Q: I have a bunch of cut rocks,petrified wood and other kinds.They range from 1 to about 6 inches round ...
  A: They need to be vibro-lapped polished. It is a large oscillating machine with polishing compound. ...
excess glue12/30/2006
  Q: I ordered a rose quartz pendant online & cannot get the seller to respond to my e-mails. The pendant ...
  A: Get some Acetone and a small glass container you can seal that is large enough to hold the quartz. ...
difference12/29/2006
  Q: My elderly mother lives in a home..she gave me a bracelet she won in Bingo...it is stamped 925 ...
  A: The best way is to look carefully at the stones under a microscope. Look for bubbles they are ...
black diamonds12/11/2006
  Q: Black diamonds intrigue me. They don't come out of the ground that color do they? Do you think ...
  A: Yes they are that color out of the ground. Mostly the white stones are more valuable. However some ...
Price Comparison on Natural and Lab Created Emeralds12/9/2006
  Q: I'm doing a report on natural and lab created emeralds for my science class, I have to find info on ...
  A: The created Emerald everyone goes after is called Chathams. They are around 300.00 to 400.00 per ...
Minerals11/29/2006
  Q: What is the melting point for the mineral APATITE!
  A: The only reference I could come up with said 1300 C. As you know Apatite is mostly Calcium. Its ...
Jadeit ring11/11/2006
  Q: I bought a jadeit ring in Bejing, from the factory, via the tour bus, for £198. I was very pleased ...
  A: I would need to see the quality of your jade to determine the value. As to it breaking those things ...
ring with emerald and ruby11/11/2006
  Q: i ve got this ring from 15 years and i D like to know its value. it has an emerald, a ruby and 10 ...
  A: To determine its true value it would need to be inspected by a qualified gemologist. He would ...
Cutting a tourmaline11/8/2006
  Q: Forgive my ignorance here, as I'm just starting to work with tourmaline. I have purchased a gorgeous ...
  A: Sorry for not answering sooner. This the first chance I had to do so. I am currently on the road. ...
Wholesale10/22/2006
  Q: I have 2 questions: 1) Approximately how much percentage lower than the rapaport do retail stores ...
  A: Part one I will get back to you on. I will ask some of my clients what they pay. Part two I would ...
Interested Student in Geology Unit10/20/2006
  Q: My name is Luana, and I'm a student at Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. I have just ...
  A: 1. Gemstones are identified by, optical characteristics, color, transparancy and refractive index. ...
turquoise rings10/7/2006
  Q: I have several sterling silver turquoise rings that do not fit a certain finger they used to. San ...
  A: Yes they can be resized. However if they use their torch they have to be careful. Touquoise is very ...
stone to sell9/26/2006
  Q: My parents have inherited a nice stone that they want me to try and sell for them. I’ve never tried ...
  A: Sorry for not anwsering sooner. I just now saw your question for the first time. Somehow it got ...
Cracked Jade9/23/2006
  Q: I am wearing a jade bracelet that has a visible crack around it. I was hoping I could treat it ...
  A: Sorry to hear about your braclet. I really can not think of any thing that could prevent it from ...
Polishing shells8/23/2006
  Q: Steven, I have some trocus shells. I have seen some available commercially that are polished to ...
  A: You need to use a rough sanding wheel followed by finer and finer grit sanding. Maybe 180 mesh, ...
drilling stones8/20/2006
  Q: Steven: I'm a fellow AllExperts member (Sleep Apnea category) who needs your help. My daughter ...
  A: What you need is a diamond bit or bits. I would get a 1.8 mm bit to start the hole. If you want it ...
gems from Afghanistan8/17/2006
  Q: My husband bought some gems and stones (rubies, emeralds, alexandrite, lapis etc...) during his tour ...
  A: I would consider selling them on E-Bay or other online auctions, just set a basement price you will ...
Bidz.com8/10/2006
  Q: My wife is excited about Bidz.com, where a person may bid for expensive jewelry and maybe get it for ...
  A: I looked at the site just now. It looks on the up an up. The key to it is to be very knowledgable ...
How to polish gem stones?8/8/2006
  Q: I went to North Carolina,and stopped by a paning for Gem Stones.I didn't get them polished,so my ...
  A: You can purchase a tumbler from a rock shop. It come with instructions. You place the stones and ...
end cap for flat cut stone to be used as a pendant8/2/2006
  Q: I did not really want to drill holes because I was afraid I would break the stones in doing so. Can ...
  A: What kind of stone do you have? and what exact shape? Are they square, rectangle, round, oval? If ...

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