[Jewelry making - Article 00163] - [Orchid] Coloring 18k yellow gold

[Bill Kent]

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    heating the items prior to pickling, in order to oxidize the copper
    component of 18k, takes out the work-hardening that the very thin
    items need to retain structural stability. would plating with fine
    gold be the best solution? does plating require a lot of equipment,
    etc.? 

thanks
bill


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