Banjocreek
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Post by Banjocreek on Feb 1, 2006 14:01:30 GMT -5
A really phenomenal stone that I just would like to share, and my wife, (Mrs. Banjo) Jolyn was the catalyst to encourage me to post it. It is a crystal within a crystal, within a crystal, and filled with the golden flecks of being a ritullated quartz. You can see the outline of the first Black Phantom and also the Red of the second Phantom within that. I got it in a batch of stuff from Zimbabwe.    And a Montana Agate piece This is 24 guage gold filled wire, so you can see that this piece is pretty small. About the size of a dime for both of these-   Thanks! -Banjo |
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Post by hermatite on Feb 1, 2006 14:05:23 GMT -5
Oh my freaking GOD! How gorgeous is that phantom quartz! Isn't nature a wonder? Are you selling that? I have to think it'd be worth a fortune. That's an heirloom piece if ever I saw one. and the next one...looks like a goldfish trapped in ice. Just amazing Banjo...thanks for sharing.
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Post by Tweetiepy on Feb 1, 2006 14:32:33 GMT -5
*Echoing Hermatite's cries!* That is outstanding! Both of them are fantastically awesome! *words escape me* I can't even imagine the size of the last pendant - I have a necklace of 24 gauge and it's puny.
I agree with Herm on the trapped goldfish - they're both outstanding - I always love looking at your wraps, now, with your wife doing excellent ones too, I have more to admire - Great Job - both of you!
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Pebbles
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Post by Pebbles on Feb 1, 2006 15:02:53 GMT -5
*Continuing on with the crying echoes*
Words escape me.....
Actually, I don't think there are any words to describe those 2 wrapped stones. Indeed, they are priceless!!!
Looks like we may have a case of the "Dueling Banjo's" here.
Next.....
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SteveHolmes
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Post by SteveHolmes on Feb 1, 2006 15:20:41 GMT -5
Banjo,
Wow! They are both great looking rocks...but the first stone is something to behold! I've never seen double crystals enclosed inside each other like that...and to boot rutilated! Nature is incredible, and you've captured the beauty and wonderment in both rocks. Thanks for sharing...you do some awe-inspiring work.
Steve
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Sabre52
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Post by Sabre52 on Feb 1, 2006 16:46:10 GMT -5
Unfreakingbelievable stones! Never cease to be amazed at the beauty in some of natures creations and the wrap job enhances the beauty. Thanks for sharing......mel
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Post by xenaswolf on Feb 1, 2006 17:00:23 GMT -5
CAN I GET A HOLY CR*P! AMAZIN!
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Post by Cher on Feb 1, 2006 17:00:49 GMT -5
Absolutely amazing, those are so beautiful Banjo, your work never ceases to amaze me. That first stone is stunning, I can't even find words to describe it. Jolynn, thank you so much for getting your hubby to post these, guess we know now how to get to see his work don't we. *smile*
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Post by sandsman1 on Feb 1, 2006 17:16:47 GMT -5
hey banjo Words dont escape me.....hahaha ------thats two bad ass wraps and stones looking good buddie glad i got to see them
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stefan
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Post by stefan on Feb 1, 2006 17:22:40 GMT -5
OMG AMAZING!!!!!!!
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Showtime
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Post by Showtime on Feb 1, 2006 17:47:08 GMT -5
I gotta second the HOLY CR*P!! and thats not a goldfish Banjo Found NEMO  |
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Zoran
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Post by Zoran on Feb 1, 2006 18:19:54 GMT -5
I am speechless...
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Post by Bikerrandy on Feb 1, 2006 18:36:26 GMT -5
That's amazing! I'm still confused about different sizes of wires and what to order, what guage wire did you use on those? They're absolutely beautiful bud!
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Post by stoner on Feb 1, 2006 21:43:28 GMT -5
Outstanding Banjo, both stones and the elegant wrap. The quartz is beautiful and the moss agate ain't far behind.
Keep up the great work.
Ed
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gemmaster
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Post by gemmaster on Feb 1, 2006 22:22:08 GMT -5
awesome stones and wrapping on those pieces banjo, especially the phantom quartz a heirloom stone if i ever saw one truly wonderous. your friend gemmaster
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Shelbeeray
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Post by Shelbeeray on Feb 2, 2006 1:12:07 GMT -5
Those are absolutely breathtaking. The bottom one looks like it has an upside down horse in it! Wow, you are talented. The rutilated quartz is absolutley amazing.
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Post by joe on Feb 2, 2006 1:18:44 GMT -5
Stupendous! Those are both stunning pieces. Way to go Banjo.
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drupe
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Post by drupe on Feb 2, 2006 9:28:18 GMT -5
Banjo I know that the good Lord made that stone to begin with, however your wrap enhanced it for all time. That is so beautiful that it should be in a museum somewhere, or at least on display at Tiffany's. Totally awesome. My chin just bounced off the keyboard.  Pete |
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Joy
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Post by Joy on Feb 2, 2006 16:37:19 GMT -5
WOW, to the millionth degree! Your skill is incredible. What gauge, hardness (half-hard?) and shape (round, half-round?) wire did you use???
I'm gonna try in my own rudimentary way but am not sure about the wire specs. Suggestions are welcome. Joy
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Post by parfive on Feb 3, 2006 0:29:59 GMT -5
Banjo - That crystal just blew me away . . .  |
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