Jonathan Santiago
I bought these to use as accents on the tie-backs for my living room curtains but hesitated to buy them due to lack of positive evaluations on some of this company's items about stones falling out. However since they were exactly what was called for in my situation, I decided to bite the bullet and get them. The company apparently got the message about gems falling out and they included a small tube of very tiny gems to be used in case this occurred. Even though they are too tiny for the average person to place securely, I say KUDOS to the seller for recognizing what could be a possibility and a means to increase their sales. On the other hand, I took the brooches downstairs, hung them on a string and pole and gave them front and back a good coating of varnish that is designed to be used on paintings, a hobby of mine. This will add extra security to the gems and also hopefully. prevent any discoloration to the metals used. Thanks very much... These are beautiful!
