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Getting vintage 10k gold ring re-polished in a satin finish?

goldbandgirl

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I'm getting a ring that is 35 years old. It's fine, but the high-polish has dulled some.

I actually prefer the satin/brushed/matte finish. Would a jeweler will be able to do that with a ring that originally had a high-polish finish?

Also, is it a bad idea to have a ring re-polished? Idk if this one's been re-polished before or not. it's in pretty good condition - no scratches or signs of wear, so it's possible.

Will a local jewelry store do this for free? It'd also be nice if they could check the ring out...would I have to pay for that?

idk anything about jewelry obviously :) sorry if these are stupid questions.
 

Circe

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Re: Getting vintage 10k gold ring re-polished in a satin fin

Getting a satin finish shouldn't be a problem. I would guess a jeweler wouldn't do it for free, but I doubt it would be expensive - less than $50, I'd bet. No, it wouldn't cause any harm. I hope you post pics - we love vintage pieces around here!
 

goldbandgirl

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Re: Getting vintage 10k gold ring re-polished in a satin fin

thanks!
i will as soon as i get it in the mail...and then when I get it polished

what if I went to Kay's or another chain? (don't like chains though) I've heard some people say that jewelers polish rings for free, even if they didn't sell them to you.
 

goldbandgirl

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Re: Getting vintage 10k gold ring re-polished in a satin fin

i just noticed it's only 1 mm thick. will it still be okay to polish it? or will that make the ring too thin?
 

HeartingDiamonds

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Re: Getting vintage 10k gold ring re-polished in a satin fin

GBG - no, that width is still ok to polish. Good luck!
 
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