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"Going backwards and proud of it!"
Feb 20th 2018

"Going backwards and proud of it!"

"Going backwards and proud of it! is a statement we often make. The statement reflects our commitment to carrying on the human tradition of making fine quality handmade jewelry. No Computers. No CAD. No CAM. No CAD-CAM. Only hands at Bowman Originals…

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Cutting Stones for Bracelet Slides
Sep 29th 2017

Cutting Stones for Bracelet Slides

Cutting stones for a Bracelet Slide is tedious and time consuming. For smaller jobs we use  the 1930's version of a Sears Craftsman Stone Cutter. It is belt driven by an old electric motor at 1750 rpm. The advantage of the belt driven arrangemen…

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The Best Earring Back System available!
Sep 27th 2017

The Best Earring Back System available!

After 50 years of experience making earrings Bowman Originals has developed a true and proven earring back system. We designed our own ear clip base so we could assure a secure and comfortable fit. The Omega style backs provide the ability to adjust…

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Capturing the Blues ... and Greens!
Sep 25th 2017

Capturing the Blues ... and Greens!

Cutting rough stone material can be challenging. Decisions have to be made. Do I slice it here .... or there? Will the color be enhanced or lost as I cut and polish. We value and respect each and every rough stone. We strive to cut the material to pr…

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1691 Hispania Pendant
Sep 21st 2017

1691 Hispania Pendant

Historic Coins of Spain are the inspiration for this pendant handmade is Sterling Silver and accented with Hard Vitreous Enamel. The bail is accented with three fully faceted fine Blue Topaz. The 1691 Hispania Pendant is suspended from a Two Hook Nec…

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