Really glad you touched on synthetic turquoise and opalite. I'm a turquoise junkie and have been having a hard time finding true turquoise ANYTHING, let alone plugs. And I am so tired of seeing people talking about how they love opalite stone, hopefully a professional tellin' people it's glass will make them listen! Also- "Vibe on THAT, hippie!" made me laugh so hard, holy moly.
Oh JC, "oh and I love shattering their little world when I tell them it's made by some Italian guy named Giuseppe...Vibe on that hippie" I love you for that
something funny happens to stone and glass there are really simple and curious ways to know if a stone is really what it claims to be , hold the stone in your hand if the piece stays cold and doesn't heat up with your bod y heat then is a real stone if it heats up and doesn't stay cold its glass or god knows what also another way is to take a lighter and burn the stone if it leaves a mark its a plastic or glass or god knows what if it stays pure without any mark then its a real stone , i learned this from my mother who loves stones and know a lot of things about stones :)
Hey J.C ! I just love your professionalism, your vibe and style. You're so passionate about your job, and it shows; I could listen to you explaining stuff for hours ! I'm French and I hope one day I could be pierced by you !
Thank you so much for making The Modified World. It's a great resource for simple, easy to understand information. I send my friends to you when they have questions and I have also learned a lot. Keep up the great work!
" And I Love shattering their little world when you tell em it was made by some Italian guy named jessepi... vibe on that hippie!" AHAHAHA THE SASS IS TO MUCH 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂👑
J.C. I think the videos are always conveyed in a responsible, professional manner and I think that the information you are sharing is fantastic...I love sharing these because I feel like it helps answer the questions so many customers have and its nice to be able to refer them to a video rather then repeat myself over and over lol....you rock...you got my respect;)
Well not all artificial opal is fake. Scientists have learned how to make gems in labs that have the same chemical make up at their natural counterpart
opalized glass or opalite is a man made gem that has the same chemical properties as opal so its kind of like a mixture between both glass and stone but its all synthetic
seriously I was very disturbed with myself because I kept thinking the he reminded me of Andy Biersack and I just really wanted to ignore that fact and keep it in the back of my mind but you said it. but yeah Andy is lifeee
there was a part cut from this vid where I talk about "aventurine glass". Aventurine is a natural stone from Brazil, "goldstone" was the name they gave the glass product once natural aventurine was introduced in Europe- it's the only time in English that the synthetic gave the name to the natural. As far as malachite- honestly, I can't remember what it is exactly, I just knew back in the '90s people were having trouble with malachite beads, especially in anything that gets wet.
I love your attitude! I've just recently stretched to a 2 and I really like the look that stone plugs give people. I think a video explaining the difference between stretching and punching would be a great video to watch!
there are hardness tests and acid tests and other stuff- I've watched some videos on identifying stones but I don't dare preach about that unless I brushed up on the topic. If you called them they could tell you if it was natural or synthetic- but I wouldn't sweat it either way. The synthetic opals also have some kind of polymer binder.
Idk if I ever posted this story on here but I must share it. I was in Salem, MA for a concert and, of course, we had to go and adventure in the Witch Shops. So I go in and see that they're selling stones. All the basic stuff.. But then I look over and see gold stone. I ask about it and they try BSing me with the hole "It's story is it's made from the dust given off by fallen stars" "But is it a real stone?" "Yeah! We only sell real stones!" Needless to say I laughed, explained it to them, then walked out feel sorry for anyone who is drawn in by their foolishness.
I wouldn't have said anything if it was just cheap stuff but they were trying to sell it for $7.50 A STONE. Mind you, these 'stones' were no bigger than a 1 1/2in plug. I'm hoping people overheard and walked out, as well! That place was ridiculous. A piece of obsidian was almost $50!! Not even looking at it monetarily, that's just bad business practice.. (I try not to miss a chance to take the piss out of anyone who would cheat people like that>:D)
I promise I'm pretty difficult in real life- part of why I do videos is it allows me to interact with people in a very controlled manner. That said, for the people I'm tight with I'd put lead in asses or dig holes at 3 am for ;)
I'm all for healing in stones even if it's more of a plecebo ie faith. My daughter needed heart surgery and before her op we put charged rose quartz under her mattress in her basket and also after when she was in recovery, I like to think they soothed her. If not it was good for me to keep sanity during it all. :)
Question! How does obsidian behave in contact with your body, as opposed to pyrex or quartz glass? Also, is it autoclavable? Can it be used in a healing piercing perhaps?
I love your videos so much and I'm no piercing expert but at the end of the video you said that you aren't telling us to go weigh down our ears but it does work, I would have touched on the fact that weight makes an uneven stretch and stretches out the bottom of your lobe rather than your top (in terms of ear stretching) but its no buggy haha its pretty easy to figure it out without someone stating it. Love your videos! Thank you so much for your time and everything!
YES- everything in this video (except Kenny's labradorite teardrops....and I can get a pair of those too) is for sale in my shop. I usually have at least 100 pairs of natural jewelry in every size, plus a bunch of glass and titanium. You let me know what you would need and I can make it happen :)
A lot of synthetic turquoise is either plastic, glass, or Howlite dyed blue and black, and that’s why it looks so off. Howlite has a different luster-ie. none, when compared to the real thing- and it’s a different hardness. The reason turquoise is so precious is that it’s rare and beautiful and all, but also that it’s very soft. That’s part of the reason why turquoise is almost always cut as a cabochon- it lacks the clarity of other stones, so it doesn’t exactly require the facets to really reflect the light, and it’s so soft that its cleavage just isn’t suited for those kinds of multi-faceted cuts. Howlite handles those even worse, but it’s much easier to carve because it’s significantly softer and cheaper to make. but ultimately it looks sort of crappy when being passed off as ‘turquoise’. Howlite is a beautiful stone on its own, and I think it would be a lot more effective to just advertise it like it is.
Actually... Geology is not the study of stone. It's the study of earth's physical structure, substance, history and processes. Petrology is the study of stone. BUT to remain relevant any viewers wanting to find stone plugs will want to look for a Lapidary Artist. BTW, great stone review! For someone not being a rock hound you know your rocks!!
Thanx for this. You are entertaining! And even tho you're not a "geologist", you do seem well-informed on stones. Good for you! I'm not a geologist either, but am a biologist with some geology knowledge under my belt. Nowadays, I'm a jewelry maker & lampworker. Just FYI, did you know that the "gold" in goldstone is actually copper? So the "hippies" (that comment made me LOL & I love hippies!) could actually be feeling the vibes from the copper. Also, a lot of the fake turquoise now is made from dyed magnasite. Magnasite is a naturally white or off-white veined stone that's pretty all on its own & takes a dye really well so it's easily found in all different colors. It's very common & inexpensive, so if you see something labelled turquoise that's pretty cheap & looks pretty real, it's undoubtedly dyed magnasite. Just thought you'd find those facts interesting. Keep the vids coming! They're great!
the funny thing is most "howlite" is an aggregate (google synthetic howlite rough). LOTS of stone is dyed....most black onyx is dyed black. Synthetic turquoise is just the blue-green version- you'll see pink and yellow and black with white veins and all kinds of variations. Some are pretty interesting- the synthetic opal and lab grown quartzes at least.
Intrepid made a line of solid synthetic opal plugs a few years ago- they were super hot, but very expensive, and not available in sizes over (I think) 10mm. Natural opal would be god awful expensive, and extremely fragile. I mean like NICE new car expensive for matching solid opal plugs. Come out and see us when you're in the D- it sucks in December, but we will be here!
The Goldstone is also a interesting story to it because it was not made in purpose it is a glass that unintentionally got copper flakes added to it that gives it the starry appearance so it was originally created with alchemy between glass and the precious metal Copper :)
Glad people are learning a little bit from them, or at least getting some entertainment, or at least I'm providing a professional perspective on piercing here on TH-cam, since no one really is doing it.
It was suggested to me after the TV segment that I should try a little harder to look a little better when I appear on video. My mental image of myself isn't scruffy- I wish I could be fancy all the time, but it takes a lot of work. Things are happening behind the scenes that are kind of making me have to step my game up- can't say right now, but there are some exciting things going on ;)
FUCK YEAH BOSNIA!!! I love all our viewers, but I especially like seeing places outside the US, UK, OZ, NZ, and Canada- I wish I could get these subtitled in lots of different languages, especially the informative ones. Thanks for watching
Just an opinion... I think he would look great with a bridge piercing. He looks fine the way he is but I don't know my attention was just drawn to that area of his face.
all your videos help me in my arguments against people that think they know more about jewelry and piercings. they also keep me from buying stupid jewelry from tattoo shops that dont know what they are really selling. thanks alot man keep it up
I'm trying to come up with some aftercare- what to look for in a studio- sterilization basics videos, but it's actually pretty hard to do something comprehensive, yet interesting, without leaving out hugely important things. I am torn, because without pros making the info public, people aren't getting it, but if I do one and miss something, then I've contributed to misinforming the public. It's a huge responsibility and one I do not want to fuck up!
I just giggled at the part when you talked about the people feeling vibrations coming off of the gold stone. As someone who is actually really into crystal healing and stones in general.. I can tell you right now, if you actually have the ability to "feel" the energy of a stone, you're not going to feel anything when picking up a piece of glass. P.S. You clean up quite nicely.
Really like the detail you go into on the different types available, I was always curious about the "opalite" as to what they really are, you sir have answered that question
I noticed that most Turquoise sold online is actually a Howlite gemstone that is typically white with black lines that go threw it but then is dyed to match the Turquoise colour . I only know that because I am a collector of gemstones :)
JC, your style is badass. Those boots- hnnnngggg. I just bought myself some rose quartz eyelets in 1" for when I reach it, +they're gorgeous. I own 2 pieces of opalite, which is my favorite. Anyway, I learned a lot, as usual. Since 1" is my goal size, I plan on getting quite a few stone pieces for my collection.
Lovely collection of jewelry. Good level of information. I was raised up a "rock hound" so being able to get a variety of stone jewelry is a joy. I had a jewelry salesperson try to correct me so hard when I asked to "look at the opalite glass pair." That, no it isn't glass it's stone. Haha ok. I don't even know if you could make plugs/ hoops out of opal because of it's delicate nature, let alone afford it. That being said, I don't mind the fake stones/ glass as long as they are safe. I have a few opalite pieces. I'd like some blue goldstone. I would also like some turquoise jewelry but so much of it is other stones dyed and I worry about the safety of such pieces. Like, if the vendor is willing to lie about the composition or is ignorant of it, do I really want to wear this stuff? I suppose a plug with a turquoise inlay could be one way to go.
Same here, I don't mind the stones being synthetic as long as they're safe and pretty. I've stayed away from turquoise because it could either be dyed Howlite or some plastic material and I don't want the latter in my body
Relic Stoneworks, Onetribe, Sacred Organics, Oracle, Evolve. They are all really great. Some of the places you might have a much longer wait than others, but they're all worth it.
You should do a video on your makeup. It's rare to find men who are comfortable like you. I adore my stone/glass plugs. I'm only 1mm from my goal size and looking forward to wearing all the lovely stuff you've helped me buy from quality sources.
Whoa, I don't know if it's just cause I never paid much attention, but I didn't realize the synth opals were actually stone. I just assumed some type of glass or something. That makes some of the colors I've seen come out of Anatometal seem insane lol. Back to the subject of howlite though, is there a way to tell the aggregates from the genuine stone? Because I have a pair of plain old white howlite from Diablo that you've got me curious about now.
hard to tell whats real or not but this video helps a lot. not only to describe the different types of stone but the way to tell if the product is worth buying or not. keep it up!
Damn JC! I'd like to applaud you. I really enjoy and appreciate these videos. You present the information in such an intresting and entertaning way, that keeps people engaged all the way through. I must admit, I think I've watched all of your "Body Jewlery Basics" videos at least 3 or 4 times each. I've learned a ton, so I would really like to thank you for making me less of an ignorant fuck. I only have my ears pierced, but plan on getting more piercings. I will DEFINITELY be doing more research, and use the information you've given me to choose the right jewelry, piercer, etc. Also, your personality and cool style, really adds to the show. Keep up the awesome work!
randomly crossed this video while looking at body modifications, found you to be fun and informational about stone jewelry watching more of your videos now. good stuff ^-^
Another awesome video this week. That labradorite was so beautiful. I'm investing in some with a lot of blue flash one of these days. Anyways maybe another video idea. I remember quite some time ago you had a video where Kenny talked about some of the jewelry he makes. I absolutely loved the septum pieces (his in particular made to fit his septril) so perhaps make a video of him producing some jewelry ? Not that I don't love seeing you but I'd still love to see some machining. Oh and uh gimme
When i watch these videos, i come away entertained and more informed! And for some reason his voice, demeanor and his "antics" are very satisfying (in a non-sexual way) to watch!!!
What are synthetic stone plugs actually made of? I don't mind not having really nice stone plugs if the synthetic ones are cheaper, but if they're made of acrylic or some shit I'm not going anywhere near them.
Do you know much about Mystic Metals? I bought some larger Howlite stone plugs and want to know if they're garbage before I stretch to accommodate them. Looking on Howlite plugs on Bodyartforms, I have a feeling the ones in my possession are trash.
Good video J.C. as always, kind of curious what you think of kings body jewelry. i think i've had a pair of plugs from there before. just curious. thanks for keeping us up to date on all the knowledge you have.
Vibe on THAT, hippy! LOL!!! So epic, awesome episode J.C. Any thoughts on doing a Winter Wearable Video? Like what plugs do well during our upcoming cold months?
Love the suit! I have a question about the difference between round and teardrop plugs. Is there any practical difference in wearing them and how your ears have to be stretched to accomodate them, or is it purely an aesthetic choice?
J.C. I have a concern about my ear lobes. I've been stretching my lobes for what will be six years this October. They have plenty of blood flow and I can sense they are attached to my body by pain or touch. Many people I have known in the past either blew out a lobe or lobes by rushing the process of stretching. I'm concerned that while now at 7/16 of an inch further stretching will cause the lobe to either look too small for average jewelry or stretch to the point of having difficulty bearing a 1/2 inch or 9/16 plug. Is just having small lobes a valid concern. I've bought cheap jewelry and I've never needed special or modified pieces to accommodate me up until now. Beyond what I'm currently at I would like to be certain the skin will change accordingly if properly taken care of like in the past. P.S. Geology is fun with application like this but geologists are the podiatrists of the science world. Great suit! Who is your Tailor? Don't change the videos. If you add some random juggs, a Slurpee on the counter, or did the presentation from a masseuse table everyone in watching TH-cam from the convenience of their bathroom might get distracted.
alot of it depends on size. i can get a cheap pair of labs in my size 5/8 16mm for around 25 dollars but a nice pair from a reputable maker will cost around 70 dollars or more depending on the quality of the stone.
wish i knew if what was in my ear at the moment was real stone. im hoping it is. ive been wearing the same pair for about a year now. but anyhow. will you have anything up on an online store anytime soon? id love to pick up some stone or organic plugs. once again great informational video.
I was wondering about some of my old gauges. I always have to stick to natural items. Glass (which has made up 70% of my "stone"lol), and stone have always been great for me. Surgical steel too. I had some wood hangers a long time ago that irritated my ears - do manufacturers polish them with lacquer? I've worn wood since, but I'm always cautious about finishes.
I feel like sending you all my jewelry. I mostly own stone plugs and eyelets. Because i personally love the way they look and feel, but this video is very descriptive and awesome just like you :) I wish I could go to your shop and see all of your jewelry I'm sure you have the best quality stuff.
How do you clean stone plugs? Can u autoclave them? Can u wear them in a body of water? Or are they like other organic plugs where u can’t submerge them in water and can’t really clean them fully?
really appreciating this video because i've been thinking of buying stone plugs. pity i can't really find decent plugs/jewelries in Korea...(embarrassed to admit that i bought all my plugs from BAF..)
The perfect amount of strange and educational
"vibe on that... hippy" XD cracked me up XD
Same XD
I'm a hippie lmaoo
but I'm not all like "ooohhh this jewelry has good vibes" the only things that give off vibes are people animals and sometimes old houses or places. 😂
sssssaavageee
Favorite line of all time. I want a gif
Thank you so much -blushes- while I appreciate feedback from everyone, it does mean a lot more when a seasoned pro supports what we're trying to do :)
Really glad you touched on synthetic turquoise and opalite. I'm a turquoise junkie and have been having a hard time finding true turquoise ANYTHING, let alone plugs. And I am so tired of seeing people talking about how they love opalite stone, hopefully a professional tellin' people it's glass will make them listen!
Also- "Vibe on THAT, hippie!" made me laugh so hard, holy moly.
love your suit JC i always imagine you sitting infront of a fireplace drinking 200 year old whiskey stroking your beard
Oh JC, "oh and I love shattering their little world when I tell them it's made by some Italian guy named Giuseppe...Vibe on that hippie" I love you for that
I'm a geologist and I loved this! Also super informative thank you - finally you look so awesome with your hair down!
trying to do my best to help people out a little here and there! Share this video- this information needs to get out there :)
eyebrows on fleek
something funny happens to stone and glass there are really simple and curious ways to know if a stone is really what it claims to be , hold the stone in your hand if the piece stays cold and doesn't heat up with your bod y heat then is a real stone if it heats up and doesn't stay cold its glass or god knows what also another way is to take a lighter and burn the stone if it leaves a mark its a plastic or glass or god knows what if it stays pure without any mark then its a real stone , i learned this from my mother who loves stones and know a lot of things about stones :)
NANArt thank you. So. Much.
Awesome thx!
Hey J.C ! I just love your professionalism, your vibe and style. You're so passionate about your job, and it shows; I could listen to you explaining stuff for hours ! I'm French and I hope one day I could be pierced by you !
Thank you so much for making The Modified World. It's a great resource for simple, easy to understand information. I send my friends to you when they have questions and I have also learned a lot.
Keep up the great work!
" And I Love shattering their little world when you tell em it was made by some Italian guy named jessepi... vibe on that hippie!" AHAHAHA THE SASS IS TO MUCH 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂👑
J.C. I think the videos are always conveyed in a responsible, professional manner and I think that the information you are sharing is fantastic...I love sharing these because I feel like it helps answer the questions so many customers have and its nice to be able to refer them to a video rather then repeat myself over and over lol....you rock...you got my respect;)
You rock JC! Wish I would have found your vids before I even started stretching. I'm learning a ton from you.
brent morey thanks mane- I'm just trying to help people out!
Love the suit but please please please tie your tie shorter so it doesn't poke out from beneath your vest haha
kent spence I can't unsee that now.
kent spence his tie is white that was a mic
I'm talking about his tie being so long it goes past his waist haha
kent spence now I see it
I've learned alot! Thanks, I've been wearing acrylic plugs forever and it's nice to know there not healthy for me! I need some good plugs now asap!
I hate when people get opalite plugs and show them off saying, "I love my new opal plugs" ITS PLASTIC
Yeah, at least mine a glass. Cause I actually really like them, they look really cool. But I don't even pretend they are actual stone.
Well not all artificial opal is fake. Scientists have learned how to make gems in labs that have the same chemical make up at their natural counterpart
opalized glass or opalite is a man made gem that has the same chemical properties as opal so its kind of like a mixture between both glass and stone but its all synthetic
you are so handsome
+Alicia Jones thank you :) everyone needs to hear it sometimes!
he sounds exactly like andy biersack too
+queen Asia And Richie from Social Reposs
+Anastasia ASMR repose**
+Anastasia ASMR yes!
your voice is similair to Andy Biersack O.o xD
Andy biersack is life
GlitterGloss! Smh lol
Christel Emanuelsson I thought i was the only one who thought that
seriously I was very disturbed with myself because I kept thinking the he reminded me of Andy Biersack and I just really wanted to ignore that fact and keep it in the back of my mind but you said it. but yeah Andy is lifeee
Sound like Andy biersack and looks a little like Ronnie radke xD
Your channel is by far the most informative no BS guide to ear stretching and correct care and types of jewellery. I am so glad I found you!
That's cool- I do them for me anyways ;) Glad to see you still tuning in!
As an actual geologist, I do love to death that you made the caveat at the start of the video, it made me chuckle!
there was a part cut from this vid where I talk about "aventurine glass". Aventurine is a natural stone from Brazil, "goldstone" was the name they gave the glass product once natural aventurine was introduced in Europe- it's the only time in English that the synthetic gave the name to the natural. As far as malachite- honestly, I can't remember what it is exactly, I just knew back in the '90s people were having trouble with malachite beads, especially in anything that gets wet.
"Vibe on that, hippy." I'm dying...
Alright, You had me hook line and sinker when you glared and said "vibe on that....hippie" I died and then subbed!
I love your attitude! I've just recently stretched to a 2 and I really like the look that stone plugs give people. I think a video explaining the difference between stretching and punching would be a great video to watch!
there are hardness tests and acid tests and other stuff- I've watched some videos on identifying stones but I don't dare preach about that unless I brushed up on the topic. If you called them they could tell you if it was natural or synthetic- but I wouldn't sweat it either way. The synthetic opals also have some kind of polymer binder.
I absolutely love watching your shows, because you are a great teacher and do not hold any thoughts back. Keep it up....
Idk if I ever posted this story on here but I must share it. I was in Salem, MA for a concert and, of course, we had to go and adventure in the Witch Shops. So I go in and see that they're selling stones. All the basic stuff.. But then I look over and see gold stone. I ask about it and they try BSing me with the hole "It's story is it's made from the dust given off by fallen stars" "But is it a real stone?" "Yeah! We only sell real stones!" Needless to say I laughed, explained it to them, then walked out feel sorry for anyone who is drawn in by their foolishness.
+Alyssa Ball (SwimmingInTheSky) I love hearing this :) I love it when people take the piss out of bullshit artists!
I wouldn't have said anything if it was just cheap stuff but they were trying to sell it for $7.50 A STONE. Mind you, these 'stones' were no bigger than a 1 1/2in plug. I'm hoping people overheard and walked out, as well! That place was ridiculous. A piece of obsidian was almost $50!! Not even looking at it monetarily, that's just bad business practice.. (I try not to miss a chance to take the piss out of anyone who would cheat people like that>:D)
I promise I'm pretty difficult in real life- part of why I do videos is it allows me to interact with people in a very controlled manner. That said, for the people I'm tight with I'd put lead in asses or dig holes at 3 am for ;)
You didn't talk enough about Amethyst, and that's what I came here for.
I'm all for healing in stones even if it's more of a plecebo ie faith. My daughter needed heart surgery and before her op we put charged rose quartz under her mattress in her basket and also after when she was in recovery, I like to think they soothed her. If not it was good for me to keep sanity during it all. :)
"Vibe on that, Hippie!" my new favorite saying
His voice reminds me of Andy sixx xc
Question! How does obsidian behave in contact with your body, as opposed to pyrex or quartz glass? Also, is it autoclavable? Can it be used in a healing piercing perhaps?
I love your videos so much and I'm no piercing expert but at the end of the video you said that you aren't telling us to go weigh down our ears but it does work, I would have touched on the fact that weight makes an uneven stretch and stretches out the bottom of your lobe rather than your top (in terms of ear stretching) but its no buggy haha its pretty easy to figure it out without someone stating it. Love your videos! Thank you so much for your time and everything!
YES- everything in this video (except Kenny's labradorite teardrops....and I can get a pair of those too) is for sale in my shop. I usually have at least 100 pairs of natural jewelry in every size, plus a bunch of glass and titanium. You let me know what you would need and I can make it happen :)
A lot of synthetic turquoise is either plastic, glass, or Howlite dyed blue and black, and that’s why it looks so off. Howlite has a different luster-ie. none, when compared to the real thing- and it’s a different hardness. The reason turquoise is so precious is that it’s rare and beautiful and all, but also that it’s very soft. That’s part of the reason why turquoise is almost always cut as a cabochon- it lacks the clarity of other stones, so it doesn’t exactly require the facets to really reflect the light, and it’s so soft that its cleavage just isn’t suited for those kinds of multi-faceted cuts. Howlite handles those even worse, but it’s much easier to carve because it’s significantly softer and cheaper to make. but ultimately it looks sort of crappy when being passed off as ‘turquoise’. Howlite is a beautiful stone on its own, and I think it would be a lot more effective to just advertise it like it is.
Digging the vampire look...very nice!
So glad I watched this, I’ve been looking at popular sites an can now tell a lot of them don’t have quality plugs
Actually... Geology is not the study of stone. It's the study of earth's physical structure, substance, history and processes. Petrology is the study of stone. BUT to remain relevant any viewers wanting to find stone plugs will want to look for a Lapidary Artist. BTW, great stone review! For someone not being a rock hound you know your rocks!!
Thanx for this. You are entertaining! And even tho you're not a "geologist", you do seem well-informed on stones. Good for you! I'm not a geologist either, but am a biologist with some geology knowledge under my belt. Nowadays, I'm a jewelry maker & lampworker. Just FYI, did you know that the "gold" in goldstone is actually copper? So the "hippies" (that comment made me LOL & I love hippies!) could actually be feeling the vibes from the copper. Also, a lot of the fake turquoise now is made from dyed magnasite. Magnasite is a naturally white or off-white veined stone that's pretty all on its own & takes a dye really well so it's easily found in all different colors. It's very common & inexpensive, so if you see something labelled turquoise that's pretty cheap & looks pretty real, it's undoubtedly dyed magnasite. Just thought you'd find those facts interesting. Keep the vids coming! They're great!
the funny thing is most "howlite" is an aggregate (google synthetic howlite rough). LOTS of stone is dyed....most black onyx is dyed black. Synthetic turquoise is just the blue-green version- you'll see pink and yellow and black with white veins and all kinds of variations. Some are pretty interesting- the synthetic opal and lab grown quartzes at least.
I love the way you speak. its so formal and the suit and the beard go amazingly together
Intrepid made a line of solid synthetic opal plugs a few years ago- they were super hot, but very expensive, and not available in sizes over (I think) 10mm. Natural opal would be god awful expensive, and extremely fragile. I mean like NICE new car expensive for matching solid opal plugs. Come out and see us when you're in the D- it sucks in December, but we will be here!
The Goldstone is also a interesting story to it because it was not made in purpose it is a glass that unintentionally got copper flakes added to it that gives it the starry appearance so it was originally created with alchemy between glass and the precious metal Copper :)
Glad people are learning a little bit from them, or at least getting some entertainment, or at least I'm providing a professional perspective on piercing here on TH-cam, since no one really is doing it.
It was suggested to me after the TV segment that I should try a little harder to look a little better when I appear on video. My mental image of myself isn't scruffy- I wish I could be fancy all the time, but it takes a lot of work. Things are happening behind the scenes that are kind of making me have to step my game up- can't say right now, but there are some exciting things going on ;)
FUCK YEAH BOSNIA!!! I love all our viewers, but I especially like seeing places outside the US, UK, OZ, NZ, and Canada- I wish I could get these subtitled in lots of different languages, especially the informative ones. Thanks for watching
you're right- there's a ton of options, and I can talk and show people what exactly I'm talking about- thanks for the idea :)
I didn't expect this channel to be as high quality as it is. You convinced me to get my ears pierced. Thank you based JC
Just an opinion... I think he would look great with a bridge piercing. He looks fine the way he is but I don't know my attention was just drawn to that area of his face.
all your videos help me in my arguments against people that think they know more about jewelry and piercings. they also keep me from buying stupid jewelry from tattoo shops that dont know what they are really selling. thanks alot man keep it up
Someone who knows quality jewlery and has all the right information, I've learnt alot from these vids
I absolutely love these videos, very educational, effective, moving, inspiring and professional. :} Keep them coming!!
I'm trying to come up with some aftercare- what to look for in a studio- sterilization basics videos, but it's actually pretty hard to do something comprehensive, yet interesting, without leaving out hugely important things. I am torn, because without pros making the info public, people aren't getting it, but if I do one and miss something, then I've contributed to misinforming the public. It's a huge responsibility and one I do not want to fuck up!
I just giggled at the part when you talked about the people feeling vibrations coming off of the gold stone. As someone who is actually really into crystal healing and stones in general.. I can tell you right now, if you actually have the ability to "feel" the energy of a stone, you're not going to feel anything when picking up a piece of glass.
P.S. You clean up quite nicely.
I was just browsing through youtube and came across this video... I only clicked on it mostly because you have the most unique style... Bravo.
I clean up nicely ;) thanks!
I plan to go to your shop in the future to get some more of my piercings.
thanks! If you like them, share them! Help us spread the word :)
Really like the detail you go into on the different types available, I was always curious about the "opalite" as to what they really are, you sir have answered that question
First Modified World video I had ever seen. I still love it.
I noticed that most Turquoise sold online is actually a Howlite gemstone that is typically white with black lines that go threw it but then is dyed to match the Turquoise colour . I only know that because I am a collector of gemstones :)
Your outfit and make-up at the begging just... omg. I'm so in love with it.
I love your fashion sense J.C. it's awesome
A lot of stone is just dyed howlite so it's still stone. Like turquoise is just howlite dyed blue
Usually
JC, your style is badass. Those boots- hnnnngggg. I just bought myself some rose quartz eyelets in 1" for when I reach it, +they're gorgeous. I own 2 pieces of opalite, which is my favorite. Anyway, I learned a lot, as usual. Since 1" is my goal size, I plan on getting quite a few stone pieces for my collection.
Great stuff. Not sure it could be made much better really. I learned a lot about stone jewelry this evening. Excellent as always.
Lovely collection of jewelry. Good level of information. I was raised up a "rock hound" so being able to get a variety of stone jewelry is a joy.
I had a jewelry salesperson try to correct me so hard when I asked to "look at the opalite glass pair."
That, no it isn't glass it's stone. Haha ok.
I don't even know if you could make plugs/ hoops out of opal because of it's delicate nature, let alone afford it.
That being said, I don't mind the fake stones/ glass as long as they are safe. I have a few opalite pieces. I'd like some blue goldstone.
I would also like some turquoise jewelry but so much of it is other stones dyed and I worry about the safety of such pieces. Like, if the vendor is willing to lie about the composition or is ignorant of it, do I really want to wear this stuff?
I suppose a plug with a turquoise inlay could be one way to go.
Same here, I don't mind the stones being synthetic as long as they're safe and pretty. I've stayed away from turquoise because it could either be dyed Howlite or some plastic material and I don't want the latter in my body
Great video! Could you make a video on septum jewelry? There are so many options! I'd love to see what you had to say.
Relic Stoneworks, Onetribe, Sacred Organics, Oracle, Evolve. They are all really great. Some of the places you might have a much longer wait than others, but they're all worth it.
I love the way you do your shows, I have learnt a lot watching them. Also love your suit, you look sweet in it.
"Vibe on that Hippies" I fucking lol'd
Oh, and would you ever consider doing a video on septum stretching? Or even stretching in general? Thanks x
I love how your tie is hidden lol. Nice set up. Good stuff. Subscribed 👍🏾
You should do a video on your makeup. It's rare to find men who are comfortable like you. I adore my stone/glass plugs. I'm only 1mm from my goal size and looking forward to wearing all the lovely stuff you've helped me buy from quality sources.
Whoa, I don't know if it's just cause I never paid much attention, but I didn't realize the synth opals were actually stone. I just assumed some type of glass or something. That makes some of the colors I've seen come out of Anatometal seem insane lol. Back to the subject of howlite though, is there a way to tell the aggregates from the genuine stone? Because I have a pair of plain old white howlite from Diablo that you've got me curious about now.
hard to tell whats real or not but this video helps a lot. not only to describe the different types of stone but the way to tell if the product is worth buying or not. keep it up!
Damn JC! I'd like to applaud you. I really enjoy and appreciate these videos. You present the information in such an intresting and entertaning way, that keeps people engaged all the way through. I must admit, I think I've watched all of your "Body Jewlery Basics" videos at least 3 or 4 times each.
I've learned a ton, so I would really like to thank you for making me less of an ignorant fuck.
I only have my ears pierced, but plan on getting more piercings. I will DEFINITELY be doing more research, and use the information you've given me to choose the right jewelry, piercer, etc.
Also, your personality and cool style, really adds to the show.
Keep up the awesome work!
randomly crossed this video while looking at body modifications, found you to be fun and informational about stone jewelry watching more of your videos now. good stuff ^-^
Another awesome video this week. That labradorite was so beautiful. I'm investing in some with a lot of blue flash one of these days. Anyways maybe another video idea. I remember quite some time ago you had a video where Kenny talked about some of the jewelry he makes. I absolutely loved the septum pieces (his in particular made to fit his septril) so perhaps make a video of him producing some jewelry ? Not that I don't love seeing you but I'd still love to see some machining. Oh and uh gimme
When i watch these videos, i come away entertained and more informed! And for some reason his voice, demeanor and his "antics" are very satisfying (in a non-sexual way) to watch!!!
I don't have piercings any more, but I'm subscribing because holy crap was that interesting and informative.
Goldstone is made from mostly aventurine glass and copper oxide. What makes that copper content safe if malachite is unsafe?
What are synthetic stone plugs actually made of? I don't mind not having really nice stone plugs if the synthetic ones are cheaper, but if they're made of acrylic or some shit I'm not going anywhere near them.
Do you know much about Mystic Metals? I bought some larger Howlite stone plugs and want to know if they're garbage before I stretch to accommodate them. Looking on Howlite plugs on Bodyartforms, I have a feeling the ones in my possession are trash.
Good video J.C. as always, kind of curious what you think of kings body jewelry. i think i've had a pair of plugs from there before. just curious. thanks for keeping us up to date on all the knowledge you have.
Vibe on THAT, hippy!
LOL!!! So epic, awesome episode J.C.
Any thoughts on doing a Winter Wearable Video? Like what plugs do well during our upcoming cold months?
Love the suit!
I have a question about the difference between round and teardrop plugs. Is there any practical difference in wearing them and how your ears have to be stretched to accomodate them, or is it purely an aesthetic choice?
J.C. I have a concern about my ear lobes. I've been stretching my lobes for what will be six years this October. They have plenty of blood flow and I can sense they are attached to my body by pain or touch. Many people I have known in the past either blew out a lobe or lobes by rushing the process of stretching. I'm concerned that while now at 7/16 of an inch further stretching will cause the lobe to either look too small for average jewelry or stretch to the point of having difficulty bearing a 1/2 inch or 9/16 plug. Is just having small lobes a valid concern. I've bought cheap jewelry and I've never needed special or modified pieces to accommodate me up until now. Beyond what I'm currently at I would like to be certain the skin will change accordingly if properly taken care of like in the past. P.S. Geology is fun with application like this but geologists are the podiatrists of the science world. Great suit! Who is your Tailor? Don't change the videos. If you add some random juggs, a Slurpee on the counter, or did the presentation from a masseuse table everyone in watching TH-cam from the convenience of their bathroom might get distracted.
alot of it depends on size. i can get a cheap pair of labs in my size 5/8 16mm for around 25 dollars but a nice pair from a reputable maker will cost around 70 dollars or more depending on the quality of the stone.
wish i knew if what was in my ear at the moment was real stone. im hoping it is. ive been wearing the same pair for about a year now. but anyhow. will you have anything up on an online store anytime soon? id love to pick up some stone or organic plugs. once again great informational video.
I was wondering about some of my old gauges. I always have to stick to natural items. Glass (which has made up 70% of my "stone"lol), and stone have always been great for me. Surgical steel too. I had some wood hangers a long time ago that irritated my ears - do manufacturers polish them with lacquer? I've worn wood since, but I'm always cautious about finishes.
I feel like sending you all my jewelry. I mostly own stone plugs and eyelets. Because i personally love the way they look and feel, but this video is very descriptive and awesome just like you :) I wish I could go to your shop and see all of your jewelry I'm sure you have the best quality stuff.
How do you clean stone plugs? Can u autoclave them? Can u wear them in a body of water? Or are they like other organic plugs where u can’t submerge them in water and can’t really clean them fully?
Awesome information! Was the suit for something special though?
"Vibe on that, hippie." Possibly the most relevant thing I have heard all week.
really appreciating this video because i've been thinking of buying stone plugs. pity i can't really find decent plugs/jewelries in Korea...(embarrassed to admit that i bought all my plugs from BAF..)