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Marcasite or Hematite? How to Identify Gray Jewelry Materials

WorthPoint

of collecting, or you don’t mind a good refresher, here are several different types of gray materials you’ll likely run across if you keep thrifting and hitting the fleas for any amount of time. These also include lesser-value gemstones like amethyst or glass-simulating materials like onyx and chrysoprase. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. Unconventional Materials Appraising artworks created with unconventional materials, such as glass, textiles, metals, or other non-traditional substances, requires specialized knowledge and expertise.

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Tips on Fur Cleaning and Maintenance

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

This blog post provides precise tips on cleaning, keeping, and treating your fur coat to stay in top condition. How to Store a Fur Coat To keep your fur coat in good condition and looking elegant, it is essential to store it properly. They possess the correct equipment and knowledge to clean the fur without harming it.

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Photography Conservator, SAAM

WCG

The primary purpose of the position is to provide conservation treatment, preservation, and collection care, on a wide variety of photographs, photographic processes, and photographic materials within the collection. Provides guidance and expertise in preservation and conservation to staff and interns.

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Temporary Assistant Objects Conservator, The Baltimore Museum of Art

WCG

The candidate will be responsible for condition checking and documenting works that will be moved to off-site storage and advising on the handling and packing of the works. Incomplete application materials will not be considered. Position will be posted until filled. No phone calls please.

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Preventive Conservator, Folger Shakespeare Library

WCG

They will ensure readiness to respond to emergencies, implement strategies to prevent and manage pests, maintain optimal environmental conditions, and manage light exposure to protect sensitive materials.

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The Edges of the Circular Economy at the Paris Olympics

American Anthropological Association

One week later, back in Paris, Le Coeur was already fielding calls from AMELIOR workers who were encountering issues getting around the city to make regular pick-ups of discarded materials because of road closures due to the upcoming Olympics. This has reduced their access to discarded materials for resale and diminished earnings for members.