Cory Schifter
Jeweler & Certified Jewelry Appraiser
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Co-authored Articles (85)
How to
Tie Friendship Bracelets
Making friendship bracelets can be really fun, but it’s hard to know the best way to tie them onto your wrist. Start your bracelet with a loop on one side or braid the frayed ends on each side. Then, choose from a numb...
Simple Ways to Crop and Print a Picture for a Locket
Add a meaningful photo to your locket with these easy steps Do you want to personalize a locket with a picture of that special someone but aren’t sure how to get a picture to fit inside? Lockets are perfect for keepin...
4 Easy Ways to Safely Open a Pandora Bracelet
Most Pandora bracelets feature a specific type of snap clasp called a barrel clasp. It's firm but it's easy to pry open with your fingers or a clasp opener. The stopper beads protecting the ends of these bracelets open t...
How to
Tell if a Diamond is Real
Finding out whether or not your diamond is real is a tantalizing proposition — do you want to know without a doubt? Most curious citizens turn to a professional jeweler in order to suss it out. But you don't have to be...
How to Remove a Stuck Ring: 5 Effective Strategies
Learn how to get a ring off a swollen finger with this guideHas it been a while since you took off a ring? Did you try on a ring that seemed big enough going on but won't readily come off? Don't panic—there are some si...
How to
Put a Picture in a Locket
Transferring a photo to a locket can be a little tricky, as the shape of the photo needs to match the locket hole. However, there are some smart solutions that are simple to implement, such as making a tracing paper temp...
How to
Identify Baccarat Crystal
Finding a piece of Baccarat crystal is a rare treasure, but it’s important to verify that it’s authentic before you spend a lot of money on an item. Baccarat is a French company which has been producing high-quality ...
How to Create a Macrame or Sliding Knot Adjustable Bracelet
Learn to make fashionable bracelets at home in just 5 minutesTo make a simple adjustable bracelet, all you need is 1 meter (37.4 in) of paracord or satin nylon cord and whatever beads you’d like to decorate it with. Wh...
How to
Remove Chrome Plating
Chrome plating is process by which a thin layer of chromium is applied to a metal surface through electroplating (usually on top of a layer of nickel). The ultra-shiny results are decorative, corrosion and tarnish resist...
How to
Put Charms on a Pandora Bracelet
Pandora bracelets are a great addition to your jewelry collection, and you can choose from lots of different charms to suit your taste and personality. Most Pandora bracelets have charms that twist right onto the bracele...
How to
Refine Gold
Learn how to purify and reshape gold with our guideYou may want to make some extra money by refining your own gold at home, or you may be a jeweler who wants to refine gold in-house. There are multiple ways to refine gol...
How to
Use an Ultrasonic Cleaner to Clean Your Jewelry
You may have taken your jewelry to the jewelers to get cleaned. They offer this service free and then they tell you what problems the piece has. *If your jewelry was not bought from them, you may have to pay extra money ...
How to
Make Earrings
Making your own earrings is a fun, artsy project which can be completed in minutes. They make a wonderful homemade gift for your friends and family members - or you can just keep them for yourself! This article will show...
How to
Connect Metal Without Soldering
Soldering is especially useful for delicate projects such as making jewelry or connecting electronic components, but it forms a weak bond that can easily be broken. Fortunately, you have plenty of other options to choose...
How to
Make a Jewelry Holder
Are you tired of always searching for the right piece of jewelry and want a better way to organize? Luckily, you won’t have to break the bank with store-bought organizers. There are a lot of custom holders you can make...
How to
Get a Certificate of Authenticity
A certificate of authenticity is important for things like jewelry, artwork, and autographs. This is a slip of paper certifying your object is authentic, and not a forgery or fake. You will need to contact a professional...
How to
Use Crimp Beads
Easy step-by-step instructions for securing loops on jewelery Crimp beads help secure a loop on a piece of jewelry so that the finished piece can be attached to other components of jewelry. If you’re making your own be...
How to Identify a Black Diamond: Tests, Characteristics & More
Determine if your “carbonado” is real or fake with this guide Natural black diamonds are fairly rare and have unique qualities to look for—namely a large number of inclusions, an opaque black or very dark brown col...
How to
Chrome Plate
The best options for DIY chrome plating Authentic chrome plating involves layering chromium over the surface of a metal or plastic object. Since this process can be extremely dangerous due to the fumes and chemicals used...
How to Create Jewelry Using Your Breastmilk
Learn to create a meaningful keepsake to remind you of the bond you share with your little oneBreastfeeding is one of the most meaningful and tender experiences a person could have. Once this period in your baby’s life...
