SUNSTONE Orion PJ User manual
Orion™PJ
Users Guide
Version 20230418 • Part #1441
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Contents
Welder Setup & Assembly ....................................................................................................... 1
How to Connect All Cables ............................................................................................... 1
Microscope Arm Mounting Options ............................................................................. 2
How to Adjust Microscope Focus .................................................................................. 5
How to Place the Welding Stylus ................................................................................... 5
Electrode Setup .................................................................................................................. 6
Electrode Care ..................................................................................................................... 7
Shield Gas Setup .................................................................................................................. 9
Microscope Tips .................................................................................................................10
Microscope LCD Filter Shutter System .....................................................................11
How to Use the Touchscreen Interface ............................................................................12
How to Make a Weld.................................................................................................................14
Permanent Jewelry Instructions .........................................................................................15
Advanced Training at MicroWeld.........................................................................................15
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Welder Setup & Assembly
What is in the Box
(1) Orion PJ Welder/Power Supply and Stylus Hand Piece
(1) Orion PJ Welder Power Cord (2 pieces)
(2) Alligator Clips
(1) Shielding Gas Hose
(1) Fiberglass Brush
If You Purchased the Darkening Lens System:
(1) Darkening Lens System (lens and stand) with attached RJ45 Cable
If You Purchased the Microscope System:
(1) Orion Microscope Arm
(1) Microscope Arm Table Mount
How to Connect the Basic Cables
The Orion PJ cable connections vary. If you purchased the darkening lens or the microscope, cabling needs
change slightly. The darkening lens or microscope will automatically darken when the weld takes place, which
process. Reference Figure 2.1 on the next page and follow these instructions for easy setup:
•
• Plug the female end of the power cable into the AC Power port (A) on the back of the power supply.
Then connect the male end into an AC power supply. The Orion PJ has an internal switching power
supply that can accept both 120 and 240VAC.
•
connected, but should not come out if pulled on.
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• Insert the RJ45 Darkening Lens cable (from
the back of the Darkening Lens System or
“ADL”) into the Shutter port (B) on the back of
the welder. If using a microscope, see page 5
for instructions. Note: Basic ADL is hard wired.
Upgraded ADL needs 2 connections: 1) Shutter
Port (B) 2) RJH5 Port on back of ADL.
• Connect the alligator clip to the Grounding port
on the front panel.
• Connect the stylus to the back of the welder
(C).
• Adjust the Darkening Lens Shade by turning the
Shade dial above the Darkening Lens Screen.
Turn clockwise for a lighter shade and count-
er-clockwise for darker shade.
Microscope Arm Mounting Options
If you purchased the Orion PJ with a microscope, care-
fully follow these instructions.
Mounting Option 1 - Clamp to Table
This option is best for tables with accessible edges and
for mounting without drilling holes in the table.
Note: If your table is thicker than 3-1/2” (9cm), follow
mounting option instructions 2 or 3 on the next page.
Hardware required from Box 2:
(1) Angled Bracket (C)
(1) Sunstone Microscope Arm Assembly (A)
(1) Clamp Mechanism (D)
(5) Flat Head Hex Screws (G)
•
• As shown in Figure 2.3, attach the Angled
Bracket (C) to the bottom of the Microscope
Arm Assembly using three (3) of the included
Allen wrench (L).
• Attach the Clamp Mechanism (D) to the Angled
Figure 2.3. Attach Angled
Bracket (C) to Microscope
Arm Assembly (A).
Figure 2.4. Attach Clamp
Mechanism (D) to Angled
Bracket (C).
Figure 2.1. The back panel of the Orion mPJ. (A) Power Port.
(B) Shutter port. (C) Stylus Port. (D) Argon Gas Port.
Figure 2.2. Upgraded Auto Darkening Lens (Left) and Regular
Auto Darkening Lens (Right).
Shade Dial
B
A
C
D
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Figure 3.1. Attach Clamp
Mechanism (D) to angled
bracket (C).
Figure 3.2. Cover the Clamp
Mechanism (D) with the
plastic cable guide cover (E).
hex screws. See Figure 2.4. For thicker tables,
attach the clamp mechanism (D) to the two
lower holes in the Angled Bracket (C).
• Adjust the knob on the Clamp Mechanism (D)
your tabletop.
• Lock the arm into place by turning the knob
on the Clamp Mechanism (D) until the clamp is
• Lift the Microscope Arm Assembly (A) up, slide
the arm onto the table as shown in Figure 3.1.
• A plastic cable guide cover (E) can be clipped
on over the angled bracket if desired. See
Figure 3.2.
Mounting Option 2 - Bolt through Table
Mounting Option 2 is best for tables without accessible
edges. Hardware required from Box 2:
(1) Flat Mounting Plate (H)
(3) Flat Head Hex Screws (G)
(1) Long Carriage Bolt (F)
(1) Flat Pressure Plate (I)
(1) Adjustment Knob (J)
• As shown in Figure 3.3, using a 4mm (5/32”)
(G) holding the Flat Mounting Plate (H) to the
arm.
• Run the included 8mm (5/16”) Long Carriage
Bolt (F) through the included Flat Mounting
Plate (H).
• Attach Flat Mounting Plate (H) to the bottom of
• Drill a 3/8” (9.5mm) hole through the tabletop.
• Lower the arm so the Long Carriage Bolt (F)
goes through the hole in the tabletop. See
Figure 3.4.
• Slide the Flat Pressure Plate (I) onto the bolt.
Figure 3.3. Remove the
plate from the arm, run
the carriage bolt (F)
through the mounting
plate (H), then re-attach
the mounting plate to
the arm.
Figure 3.4. Lower the
arm so the bolt goes
through the hole in the
table.
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Turn the Adjustment knob (J) clockwise to
tighten the plate to the underside of the table.
See Figure 4.1.
Mounting Option 3 - Screw to Table (vertical
surface)
Required hardware from Box 2:
(1) Angled Mount Bracket
(3) Flat Head Screws
(2) Wood Screws (not included)
• Attach the Angled Bracket (A) to the bottom of
the Microscope Arm Assembly (B) using three
shown in Figure 2.2.
• Lift and position the arm assembly onto the
table in the desired location.
• Run wood screws through the Mounting
Bracket (A) and into a vertical surface of the
table, as shown in Figure 4.2.
ARM TENSION ADJUSTMENT
The spring tension is factory pre-set, but should chang-
es be desired, the tension can be adjusted by turning a
hex screw located on the arm joint, as shown in Figure
4.3. Use the included 6mm Allen wrench to make ad-
justments.
• Turn the hex screw counterclockwise (in the
direction of the “+” symbol on the arm) if the
arm does not hold the microscope up.
• Turn the hex screw clockwise (in the direction
of the “-“ symbol) if the arm does not allow the
microscope to be lowered easily.
For cable management, tubes and cables can be routed
through a removable guide as shown in Figure 4.4.
MICROSCOPE SETUP
• Install the rubber eyepiece covers onto the
microscope lenses.
Figure 4.3. Adjust the tension of the Microscope Arm
Assembly for more loose or more tight movement.
Figure 4.4. Tubing and other cables can be routed up and
through the removable cable guide portion of the arm.
Figure 4.1. Turn the Adjustment knob (J)
clockwise to tighten the plate to the table.
Figure 4.2. Use wood screws (not
included) to attach the Angled
Mount Bracket (A) to the table.
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Figure 5.1 After installing the rubber eyepiece covers, use the
RJ45 Shutter Cable to connect the welder to the back and
bottom of the microscope head. The other end of the cable
connects to the (F) port in the back of the Orion PJ. (See
Figure 2.1)
• Plug the included Shutter Cable into the RJ45
port on the microscope (the bottom of the
microscope head). See Figure 5.1.
• Plug the other end of the Shutter Cable into the
Shutter (B) port on the back of the welder.
Note: Connecting other RJ45 compatible devices to
the Orion PJ shutter RJ45 port may damage the welder
and/or the other devices.
How to Adjust Microscope Focus
• Twist the knob on the microscope forward and
backward to lower and raise the head. This
will allow you to focus the microscope on the
welding stylus. See Figure 5.2.
•
to help judge the correct focus location. Focus
the microscope until the texture on the skin of
How to Place the Welding Stylus
• If using a microscope with the Orion PJ,
insert the Welding Stylus into the holder at the
bottom of the Microscope Arm Assembly as
shown in Figure 5.3 (Left).
• If using the Lens Darkening System or ADL,
insert the Welding Stylus into the holder
located behind the screen. See Figure 5.3
(Right).
• The tubing can be routed up and through the
removable cable guide portion of the Micro-
scope Arm Assembly if desired. See Figure 4.5.
• For now, position the Welding Stylus such that
only the smaller diameter portion protrudes
from the holder, as shown in Figure 5.4. Then,
tighten the thumb screw on the bottom of the
stylus holder to hold it in place. See page 6 for
detailed electrode setup.
• Adjust the stylus holder to approximately a
45-degree angle as shown in Figure 5.3 (the
Figure 5.3. Styling mounting for microscope (Left) and for the
Darkening Lens System (Right).
Figure 5.2. Turn this knob
to adjust microscope
focus. You’ll nd one
knob on each side of the
microscope arm.
Figure 5.4. Only a small portion
of the electrode should extrude
from the holder.
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stylus should be angled down).
• Fine tune the position of the Welding Stylus while looking through the microscope: Loosen the thumb
screw on the bottom side of the stylus holder and slide the Welding Stylus forward and backward until
the tip of the Welding Stylus is in the center of your focus. See the example in Figure 5.4.
• Now securely tighten the Welding Stylus in place by tightening the thumb screw on the bottom of the
stylus holder.
• Connect the Stylus Cord to the back of the Orion PJ to the stylus port as seen in Figure 2.1.
Electrode Setup
Figure 6.2. To install the electrode, rst remove the Stylus
Shaft (A) from the Stylus Hull (E) by pulling them apart.
Figure 6.3. Use the guide on the side of the Stylus Hull (E) for
proper Electrode (D) positioning.
Stylus Shaft A Collet B Collet Cap C Electrode D Stylus Hull E
Stylus Components
Figure 6.1
The Orion PJ comes standard with a 1.0mm elec-
electrodes are a good multipurpose electrode for most
welding applications. Available separately, Sunstone of-
fers 0.5mm electrodes, which are more suited for very
small applications (less than 5 Ws of energy).
INSTALL THE TUNGSTEN ELECTRODE ONTO
THE WELDING STYLUS
Refer to the Stylus Components Chart (Figure 6.1) to
install the tungsten electrode (D).
• Remove the stylus hull (E) by pulling it away
from the Stylus Shaft (A). See Figure 6.2.
• Loosen the Collet Cap (C) by twisting it counter-
clockwise.
The welder accommodates 0.5mm and 1.0mm elec-
trodes. The electrode stylus will be shipped with the
1.0mm electrode collet (B) installed.
• Insert a 1.0mm electrode (D) into the Collet (B).
Helpful Tip: There is a engraved guide on the
side of the Stylus Hull (E) that helps measure
the electrode length. Place the end of the
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Figure 7.1. Electrodes should protrude past the stylus hull 1/8
to 1/4 inch (3.175 to 6.35mm).
Stylus Hull (E) against the Collet Cap (C), then
make sure the Electrode (D) extends as indi-
cated. See Figure 6.3.
• There should be between 0.6 - 0.7 inch (1.5 –
2cm) of the Electrode (D) protruding from the
Stylus Shaft (A). This will allow the Electrode
enough room to stick out from the Stylus Shaft
once the Stylus Hull (E) is placed back on the
Stylus Shaft.
• Lock the Electrode (D) into place by hand tight-
ening the Collet Cap (C) in a clockwise direction.
• Replace the Stylus Hull (E) by pushing it in until
you feel it snap back into place. The Electrode (D)
should protrude from the Stylus Hull (E) by 1/8 –
1/4 inch (3.175 – 6.35mm after the Stylus Hull is
snapped back into place). See Figure 7.1.
Electrode Care
WORKPIECE ELECTRODE PRESSURE
Touch the workpiece to the electrode with very light
pressure. Too much pressure will cause the workpiece to
stick to the electrode and cause the electrode to become
contaminated (workpiece material on the electrode). Sun-
stone recommends cleaning or changing the electrode
when it sticks to the workpiece.
WHEN TO SHARPEN THE ELECTRODE
The majority of applications are best accomplished using
a sharp electrode tip. See Figure 7.2. A sharp tip improves
arc initiation and helps focus the arc properly. It is rec-
ommended that you pay close attention to the electrode
condition. An electrode that appears to be dark colored
or covered with material from previous welds can lead to
inconsistent welding and poor ignition of the weld arc.
When this occurs, simply sharpen the electrode with the
included diamond disk. The diamond disk can be at-
tached to a rotary tool. Follow these steps for sharpening
the electrode:
• Completely remove the electrode from the stylus.
Stylus Cone
Example of a Sharp
Electrode Tip
Example of a Flat
Electrode Tip
Electrode Shaping
Figure 7.2.
Stylus Hull
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• Pinch the electrode between the thumb and
• Power on the rotary tool then hold it with the
opposite hand.
• Place the electrode tip on the diamond disc so
the grit of the disk is moving parallel with the
electrode shaft and moving towards the tip. See
Figure 8.2. Sharpening the electrode in a way
of the weld.
• Set the electrode on the diamond disk at a
15-degree angle and begin to spin the elec-
Tip:
A helpful way to get a sharp electrode is to
push down on the electrode with your index
•
the rotary tool and insert the electrode back
into the stylus as explained above.
Note: As a rule of thumb, Sunstone recommends a
sharpened electrode anytime a new workpiece is being
welded.
ELECTRODE
• When working with silver, copper, and other
highly conductive metals in energy levels
above 20 Ws, it is recommended to blunt the
electrode instead of sharpening it. Follow the
“When to Sharpen the Electrode” instructions
on the previous page.
• Once the electrode is sharp and clean, turn
the electrode to a 90-degree angle and push
it against the diamond disk in order to place
the edge of a blunt tip electrode assists in
preventing the electrode from sticking to the
weld surface.
15°
15°
Figure 8.1. A sharp electrode tip improves arc initiation and
results in a better overall weld.
Figure 8.2. Use a rotary tool to sharpen the electrode.
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the rotary tool and insert the electrode back
into the stylus as explained earlier.
Shield Gas Setup
During the pulse arc welding process high temperature
plasma quickly melts metal into a molten pool. As the
weld is performed, a small amount of shielding gas is
released through the weld stylus to prevent oxygen
from entering the molten pool. After the weld has oc-
If oxygen from the air enters this molten pool, the result
is a metal oxide that is brittle, porous, and burnt-looking.
Protective shielding gas is used, such as 99.996% pure
PRESSURIZED GAS SAFETY
There are several important rules that should be fol-
lowed when using a compressed shielding gas such as
argon:
location (such as a sturdy table leg). If the pressurized
gas cylinder were to tip and become damaged there
is possibility that the tank could become a projectile,
expelling the high-pressure shielding gas as propellant.
This will help your shielding gas supply
last longer in case there is a small leak in the tubing.
This is also a good safety practice. If the tube becomes
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you experience a large shielding gas leak, open all of the doors and windows in the room.
SHIELDING GAS TANK AND REGULATOR SETUP
The following instructions are specic for a Sunstone argon regulator. Other regulators
may operate dierently. Consult instructions that may have come with other regulators.
•Ensure that your shielding gas tank is securely fastened to a stationary point near the
welding area.
•Turn the argon regulator dial (not to be confused with the main argon tank valve) COUN-
TERCLOCKWISE (closed) until it is fully backed out, meaning the dial becomes loose, to
prevent over-pressurization of the line.
• Screw the gas regulator onto the shielding gas tank and tighten fully using a wrench.
• If not already done, insert one end of the included ¼” OD gas tubing into the gas port on
• Connect the other end of the gas tubing to the gas regulator.
• Open the gas tank at the main valve slowly. The dials attached to the regulator should
respond as the valve is opened. The right dial should measure and show pressure inside
the tank; the dial on the left, which measures pressure in the hose, should remain at zero
(when the regulator dial is fully backed out).
• Slowly turn the regulator dial CLOCKWISE until the dial on the left shows gas pressure
between 7-10 liters per second.
Microscope Tips
The Orion PJ microscope has been designed to provide
maximum visual clarity, eye protection, and ease of use.
One challenge using the microscope is getting used to
bringing the workpiece to the welding electrode while
looking through the microscope. This is an easy chal-
lenge to overcome.
To begin, follow the suggested practices below while
the welder is paused. While the welder is in paused, it
will not make a weld when the workpiece touches the
electrode.
Rest your hands on the table and position the work-
piece close to the welding electrode before looking into
the microscope.
Make sure your focus is at the tip of the electrode.
Figure 10.1. Rest your hands on the table and position the
workpiece close to, but not touching the electrode., Then
look through the microscope.
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Use slow, controlled movements.
the electrode. See Figure 10.1.
Place the workpiece surface perpendicular to the point of the electrode. As discussed in later chapters,
the angle of the electrode tip relative to the workpiece surface is very important and will take practice.
Now practice making soft contact with the workpiece to the electrode.
Once you feel comfortable, attach the alligator clip to the workpiece and enable welds (by touching the
Note: Be mindful of your energy setting: Too much power may damage the workpiece. Start low (3-4J) and work
up to higher energies (10-12).
Microscope LCD Filter Shutter System
The Microscope LCD Filter Shutter System provides an unobstructed working view before welding and com-
LCD Filter Shutter System has been closed before allowing the weld to take place. Should the shutter not close,
the microscope lens is equipped with >UV 16 and >IR 16 for maximum eye protection.
Warning: Avoid direct view of the welding area without protective lenses.
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How to Use the Touchscreen Interface
The Orion PJ touch screen interface is very user friendly. Users have access to every welding parameter with
one touch. Below is an explanation of the various buttons and options found on the Orion PJ interface. *Orion
touch screens are resistive touch screens. This means they respond best to a little bit of pressure. The end of
C
D
A
B
Weld Energy
Level. This number
represents the amount
weld energy level, in
Joules, ready to be
released through the
electrode.
Minus Button. Tap this
button to reduce the
weld energy level by 0.5
Joule. The Weld Energy
Level (A) will change as
this button is tapped.
Lock/Unlock Button. Tap this button
to lock the screen. Tap again to unlock
the screen. Other buttons will not
be available to press when the lock
function is active.
Settings Button. Tap this button to
change the background color. You can
choose from 9 dierent colors.
Plus Button. Tap this button to increase
the weld energy level by 0.5 Joule. The
Weld Energy Level (A) will change as this
button is tapped.
This button
alternates between On and O as it is
tapped. The welder will operate when
in the On mode; the welder will not
operate in the O mode.
F
E
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Weld Energy Level
The Orion PJ has weld energy range of 1 to 15 Joules (or Ws), which is selected in half-joule increments. The
larger the number the more energy released through the electrode and, generally speaking, the larger the weld
spot. The current Weld Energy Level (A) is prominently displayed in the center of the screen.
Lock/Unlock Button
The Lock/Unlock Button (C) locks any input on the screen, preventing any false touches or accidental power
changes.
orange). Once in the on mode, the Orion PJ will operate.
Minus Button
While the Energy Wheel allows rapid change of the Weld Energy Level, the Minus Button (B) will alter the Weld
Energy Level by 0.5 Joule per tap. This button is used for precision adjustment of the Weld Energy Level.
Plus Button
Like the Minus Button, the Plus Button (E) will alter the Weld Energy Level by 0.5 Joule per tap.
Settings Button
This button (D) will allow you to change the background
options. Click on the desired color and then click on the “OK”
button. The background color will change to the color you
selected.
Idle Mode Screen
If your welder has been sitting unused, then the welder will go into “idle mode”. If you attempt to weld while
in idle mode, the idle screen (as shown below) will appear. To exit idle mode and set your welder back to weld
mode, the user will need to tap the “START” button at the bottom of the screen.
Dismiss Button. Tap this button to exit
the idle mode screen.
Start Button. Tap this button to exit the
idle mode screen and put the welder on
“Weld On” mode.
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How to Make a Weld
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ing plate. After careful setup and familiarization of how the welder operates, follow these instructions using the
welding plate. •
to the Plus Button until the Weld Energy Level is
3.5J. See Figure 14.1.
•
the on mode the welder will release energy, but
only when the electrode touches the welding
plate AND the alligator clip is attached to the
welding plate (or any workpiece). Don’t worry
about the alligator clip yet.
• Make sure your eyes are protected by properly
using the darkening lens or microscope. Never
operate the welder without eye protection.
• Attach the alligator clip to the Stainless Steel
Weld Plate as shown in Figure 14.2.
• Rest your arms on the table or workbench,
holding the metal plate with both hands.
• Make sure you have a clear view of the metal
plate through the darkening lens or micro-
scope.
• The Stainless Steel Weld Plate is organized into
rows. For this exercise, lightly touch the welding
minimum column. When the electrode makes
contact with the welding plate, the welder will
release energy and a weld will occur.
Figure 14.1 Set the Weld Energy Level to 3.5 J energy and
then tap the Weld On/O button so the power icon changes
color from gray to orange.
Figure 14.2 Attach the alligator clip to the welding plate. With
proper eye protection, hold the welding plate with both hands
and lightly touch the electrode to the welding plate. When the
electrode contacts the welding plate, the welder will release
energy and create a weld.
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Tip: When the electrode touches the workpiece, don’t back away from the electrode until after the weld is com-
pleted. The Orion PJ will automatically retract the electrode away from the workpiece by a few millimeters when
the weld occurs. This retraction assists in forming a more desirable weld spot. If you move the workpiece away
from the electrode just before or during the weld, the weld will not occur.
• Next, adjust the Weld Energy Level from 3.5 to 6J using the Plus and Minus buttons. Then touch the
weld. The spot size will be larger and the weld will be deeper.
• Next, adjust the Weld Energy Level from 6 to 9J using the Plus and Minus buttons. Then touch the elec-
The spot size will be larger and the weld will be deeper.
• Repeat the process of increasing the energy level and then touching the plate in the next box. And then
repeat again until you’ve placed a weld in every box. Eventually, you should reach the maximum amount
of power (15J).
• Again, disregard the agitation labels on the welding plate. Other Orion pulse arc welders have higher
agitation features which the PJ does not. See your Sunstone dealer to learn more about more advanced
models and the features they provide.
Download the Safety Guide by clicking on this QR code.
Carefully read the Safety Guide & Pulse Arc Welding Workbook to more fully understand the
together with this user manual. If the workbook is missing, call Sunstone for a complimentary
replacement copy at +1 801-658-0015.
GET ADVANCED TRAINING AT MICROWELD
MicroWeld is the premier welding conference for bench jewelers. Visit www.sunstoneweld-
ers.com/microweld for dates and locations.
Note: Sloped, Sustained, and Negative Rows are not applicable to the Orion PJ, so ignore the labels and focus
on the row labeled “None”. Create lower-powered practice welds on the left and higher powered welds as you
move right (maximizing at 15J).
16 • Questions? Call or Text +1-801-658-0015
Orion™PJ User Manual
Aria
• Yellow Gold Filled (3J)
• Sterling Silver (3J)
Aspen
• Rose Gold Filled (3J)
• Yellow Gold Filled (5J)
• Sterling Silver (5J)
Brittany
• Rose Gold Filled (6J)
• Yellow Gold Filled (6J)
• Sterling Silver (5J)
Bryce
• Rose Gold Filled (6J)
• Yellow Gold Filled (3J)
• Sterling Silver (3J)
Charlie
• Yellow Gold Filled (4J)
• 14k Yellow Gold (4J)
• Sterling Silver (4J)
Chloe
• Rose Gold Filled (4J)
• Yellow Gold Filled (4J)
• 14k White Gold (4J)
• 14k Yellow Gold (4J)
• Sterling Silver (4J)
Ella
• Rose Gold Filled (5J)
• Yellow Gold Filled (5J)
• Sterling Silver (5J)
Paisley
• Yellow Gold Filled (4J)
• Sterling Silver (3J)
Robyn
• Rose Gold Filled (4J)
• Yellow Gold Filled (4J)
• 14k Yellow Gold (4J)
Sarah
• Yellow Gold Filled (4J)
• 14k Yellow Gold (4J)
• Sterling Silver (4J)
Shaylee
• Rose Gold Filled (7J)
• Yellow Gold Filled (7J)
• Sterling Silver (6J)
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