Collection of fine 14K yellow gold earring components including ball-peg posts, half-drilled pearl drop pegs, gold ear threader chains, and decorative clasps displayed on a warm textured surface at Motek Jewelry in Airmont NY

Complete Guide to Earring Backings & Post Conversions | Motek Jewelry

Discover the security, mechanics, and conversion costs of friction, screw-back, threader, and La Pousette earring backings. Learn how master jewelers handcraft shepherd's hooks and adjust drop earring orientation at Motek Jewelry in Airmont, NY.
Black Onyx & Gothic Fine Jewelry: History & Repair | Motek Jewelry

Black Onyx & Gothic Fine Jewelry: History & Repair | Motek Jewelry

Explore the rich history, Victorian lore, and mineral physics of black onyx, jet, and black spinel. Learn how bench jewelers replace dark stones and restore antique rings at Motek Jewelry in Airmont, NY.
Custom jewelry design sketches, technical CAD blueprints, opal pendant necklaces, diamond eternity bands, and loose gemstones on a design desk at Motek Jewelry in Airmont NY

Opal & Tourmaline Care: Setting Physics & Loose Stones | Motek Jewelry

Discover the optical science, mineral physics, and setting mechanics of October's birthstones—Opal and Tourmaline. Learn how bench jewelers secure loose stones and retip prongs at Motek Jewelry in Airmont, NY.