#4, 12, 14, etc. What's up with writing in code? Is your keyboard broken, or am I not cool enough to understand what you're trying to say?

Broths: goths dressed in brown.

OMG, I'm going to be LOLing all weekend on that one!

PS: Regarding comment #2, that is not a chased silver ring. It is silver plated brass. I've been using that finding for several years now, and they just discovered one of my regular suppliers.

Linea5, I want you to know that I hear you and totally understand your position. There is nothing in the world more beautiful than a running timepiece. When I buy my lots, the movements are either not working, or rusted beyond repair (which makes for a lovely patina!). They have also already been picked over by people with much more knowledge than I have on the value of old watch parts. If there is anything of value in there, you can be sure that I didn't get it!

I am showcasing the amazing art and architecture of an incredible miniature world. I want my clients to get lost in the details, to wonder at each tiny gear, and to love every little molecule of brass and steel. I don't just randomly glue gears on things, I lift them up and frame them like a rare butterfly specimen.

If you go to my Etsy shop, you will see this disclaimer "No working or antique clocks or watches were harmed in the making of my jewelry. I value the past, and only use items that are at the end of their recycling life."