JEWELRY Silver & Gold TESTING Learn How to Test Precious Metals ! Come TEST MY YARD SALE HAUL

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3 жыл бұрын

Join me while I acid test some yard sale jewelry! We'll find out what's real and what's not! Watch my thought process, tests and re-tests to figure out this large bunch of stuff. I do some gem testing too at the end with my (still on the blink!) Presidium Gem Tester. As always, thanks a million for watching. I hope you find this video helpful. Peace, Sandra.
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@zr1rob Жыл бұрын

Never tested any precious metals before, but I learned enough from this vid to be confident doing so. Thanks!

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

So glad! It's easy! Good luck.

@mihaelaborsosszabo1399 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much four information!👍🙏😘😘

@DaStore-61 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, it helped a lot. Just starting, have a lot of jewelry from the goodwill boxes.

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and good luck!!!! xo

@marlenemcmillan8891 3 жыл бұрын

A very good video and i learnt quite a bit

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it, thanks a million. Hugs.

@katrinamurray1001 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video. Great content

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks so much!!!! Cheers.

@samanthasimental3788 3 жыл бұрын

Great information.

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so! xoxo

@MeMyselfAndUs903 Жыл бұрын

Just found this video and I am happy I did because you mention the age of one of you bottles. I just bought my first scratch test kit from Amazon and I believe it isn’t any good. So, I just took another look at the PuriTEST kit, and the the bottles show JSP, not PuriTEST. Hmmmm.

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Oh no, sorry about that. Good luck. xo

@debrife5210 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 very helpful

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

So glad! Thanks for watching!!! xo

@ninojanashia6508 Жыл бұрын

Hello Sandra, thanks for this great informative video as always. Could I ask you what solution are you using to clean the testing board? Thank you for all you teachings ❤️

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Hi Nina! I use the strongest solution that came in the kit to clean the stone. I believe it’s 22k… thanks for watching!

@Mia-C-Crest Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Draytons 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video!! So informative. Does the scratching damage and leave a permanent mark on the real jewelry??

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

It does take a little bit of the metal off which can be seen, but not usually without a loupe. That's why it's a good idea to (gently!) scratch in a place that's not that noticeable. Hope that helps. THANKS so much for watching! Cheers.

@Draytons 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Yes.. I just purchased my first test kit and you have been a great help!! Thanks so much!! Love your channel❤🤗

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Oh awesome! Good luck! xo

@podrosie5059 3 жыл бұрын

Does your mom have her own channel? I would like to see the haul you are speaking about here. Good information and helpful to see how the testing turns out. Thank you, Teresa

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Teresa, thanks for watching! The video with my mom is on MY KZfaq channel as she does not have her own. See if this link works: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hNRmrLBzuLrOqJs.html If not, just have a look through my videos -- it will say 100+ grams of real gold on the title. Cheers!

@podrosie5059 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Thanks and I will check it out! Your videos are always so helpful and informative; Thanks a million!

@mistystreasurechest5347 2 жыл бұрын

👋 hi, your new subscriber Misty again. Great video! Thanks for sharing, I was wondering about gold filled jewelry, if it isn’t marked gold filled, it would test as real gold, and oh no if I sell it for gold and it’s was only gold filled.

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Misty. That's why it's important to take a look at your piece with a jewelers loupe where you scratched it. If it's only gold filled, you will see a different color underneath. I hope this helps, good luck!

@aliphonsadismukes7454 3 жыл бұрын

You did the test on the shank that had a mark on the outside!

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! You never know! Thanks so much for watching. Cheers

@jewelrypicker4595 3 жыл бұрын

fyi cufflinks always have a piece of metal in the hinge part, so it will be magnetic

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Yep! Thanks Jewelry Picker!!!!! xo

@ritasmith481 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this testing video. If you could explain plz what type of gold is rose gold . Is it a category of gold or just a name coz I just don't get it .

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Rita! Thanks for watching. So.... gold that is 24 karat would be "pure gold". Pure gold though is soft and would dent and crush if worn as jewelry -- so other metals are added to make gold sturdier OR to change its color. Pink -- or rose -- gold is yellow gold (ALL gold is yellow!) with COPPER added, which makes the gold look pink instead of yellow. Does that make sense? You might want to check out the 10 minute beginning of my "Gold Video" where I explain gold in more detail. I hope this is helpful to you! Cheers! xo

@ritasmith481 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter thank you so much dear it has started making sense. God bless n have a good day

@denise447 3 жыл бұрын

If you had tested the silver with the silver solution would it have just been clear (didn’t eat into the metal), or would it have turned a color like the 18K?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Denise, thanks for watching. The silver solution will turn the metal red, but it isn't that easy to see, so I pick up the solution with a cotton swab. Hope this helps. xo

@MeMyselfAndUs903 Жыл бұрын

Great question and answer!

@Bling-N-Things Жыл бұрын

@15:30 what is the one 2nd from the left? I have a couple of pieces with something that looks similar. Is it opal??

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Mine was opal. I think I sold it either to a KZfaq viewer or at an auction, can't remember. Good luck with yours and thanks for watching!

@Bling-N-Things Жыл бұрын

@The Funky Pickle Thrifter thanks a lot! I appreciate it I'm just not very familiar with them. I know some are ridiculous amounts per kt like blue ones but help I don't even know what they are truthfully and completely LOL I guess there's probably a mineral of some sort I'll have to look that up. Mine or white like yours but they're just earrings for my partner not a massive Rock like yours! Thing was duker LOL have a good one

@MeMyselfAndUs903 Жыл бұрын

I just need to know…what camera are you using to get such a good close-up

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

I use the newest iPhone. THANKS for watching!

@Classychickblog 12 күн бұрын

So you use 18k for silver?

@nobleenchantpbkc8082 Жыл бұрын

and w/ the presidium tester,if the stones are cubic zirconium does it go up past that bar for diamond and moissanite?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Hi Noble, as I recall, the needle goes into "glass".... Thanks!!

@nobleenchantpbkc8082 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter no glass is only a 5 on the mohs scale..zirconium are harder than diamonds which are 10/zirconium is 11-12 on mohs

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Okay, then maybe I never actually test CZ on it? Could probably be googled… thanks for watching!!!! Cheers

@nobleenchantpbkc8082 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter love your channel.glad i discovered it

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Thanks Noble!!!

@jackiem2899 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I don't know if you want to sell the opal ring? I couldn't find your email in the description. Also what size is it? Thank you

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

It's a 6-½ -- email me if you want. iamthefunkypickle at gmail. THANKS! xo

@lindatownsend2005 3 жыл бұрын

Can I ask why you are using the 18kt on the silver and not the 14kt❔❔💚

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Linda, thanks for watching my channel! I prefer to use the silver testing solution, but I think it's a bit old -- so instead I opted to use 18k gold test solution. I've never tried the 14k -- do you find it is more accurate? Thanks again!!!! Cheers.

@fabulousfinds1045 Жыл бұрын

Does scratching the pieces somewhat ruin them?

@possumfriend2335 Жыл бұрын

You are removing small amounts of material so do it cautiously, and also only test a part that will be inconspicuous and not ruin the look of your piece.

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Not ruin, but it will leave a little "rub" mark, usually only detectable with a loupe. Agree with Possum, I try to scratch from the back of the pieces. Thanks for watching!

@susanamann1124 Жыл бұрын

Maybe hatching is sterling

@user-yo4yi5ip7q 9 ай бұрын

How to make this acid solution

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 9 ай бұрын

I buy the solution kits on Amazon. They include the testing stones too. Not too expensive either. Thanks for watching.

@Classychickblog 12 күн бұрын

How to you test extra small chains ⛓️?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 5 күн бұрын

That can be tough. Sometimes I try to gently rub it on the stone, sometimes I take it to my jeweler. Thanks!

@researchguru101 3 ай бұрын

does the scratching destroy the jewelry?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 ай бұрын

I wouldn't say it "destroys" it, but a little bit of it does rub off onto the stone. Usually, the rub is only detected with a jeweler's loupe. Hope this helps!

@researchguru101 3 ай бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Thanks for your answer. But once tested, it can be sold I guess? Maybe a little polish before selling.

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 ай бұрын

Oh yes it can be sold. It is best to scratch carefully in a spot that won’t show… good luck!

@donnastephenson3865 3 жыл бұрын

Would it turn blue if it was less than 18k silver?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Donna, that's a good question! So, I am not testing for "18k" silver, as silver is not measures in karats (gold is though). The acid turning blue is a sign that it is sterling silver or 92.5% silver mixed with other metal(s). If it is a lower grade of silver, for example 800 instead of 925, I believe the 18k gold acid that I'm using will turn blue but the metal will dissolve, or almost dissolve. I hope that is clear. THANKS a million for watching!!!!

@donnastephenson3865 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter thank you 😊.

@e.lisal.m.6286 2 ай бұрын

Why would be a reason something would not be marked? Because they are super old? Or manufacturers choice?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Ай бұрын

Sometimes marks may wear away over time or was not stamped to begin with I.e., artisan made, etc. Hope this helps!

@chubbu28 3 жыл бұрын

I’m interested in the opal ring can I email you about it?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. I'm at iamthefunkypickle at gmail - okay? Thanks!

@myheartcries9906 3 жыл бұрын

❤

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks girl! xo

@susanamann1806 Жыл бұрын

White sapphire?

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Not sure, but it is possible! Thanks for watching!

@user-ui8wb8sk8w 3 ай бұрын

I had to quit my job to care for my mother who is actively aging. I thought of this idea to buy and sell gold and silver. I took a day off from caring for mom and went to a city wide garage sale. I found tons of gold and silver prospects. But the person who buys gold and silver wont test my finds. So i ordered the acid test off of Amazon. Im learning from your channel. Thank you for your video's they are very helpful

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 ай бұрын

Aww sorry about your mom. Best of luck to you with your testing. You can do it!! Cheers

@user-ui8wb8sk8w 3 ай бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Thank you for your video's and I love the bond you have with your mom. May God bless you 🙏

@aliphonsadismukes7454 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe a knock off on the Napier

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter 3 жыл бұрын

Probably...

@toyoy78 Жыл бұрын

Oh my! You have a very beautiful collection. I seen something, I love, thought I’d just ask if you would consider selling it? It’s the Opal ring at time stamp, 4:16 in this video. It’s my birth Stone, and very lovely, Hope we can male a deal, if you do consider selling, I’ll post my email.

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for watching. I have sold that ring. Cheers!

@nobleenchantpbkc8082 Жыл бұрын

what about a 16 k test

@TheFunkyPickleThrifter Жыл бұрын

I've never seen that, but I would think the 18k solution might "hang on" for a bit before dissolving? Thanks for watching!

@nobleenchantpbkc8082 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFunkyPickleThrifter you are right.there arent any on line..i imagine there is quite a bit of 16k that gets by as 14 k..the loss is ours