[Jewelry making - Article 00399] - Re: [Orchid] What are bullions?

[Pat Waddington]

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    In the UK, it means 'gold or silver in lump or valued by weight'. 

    We pronounce it bull(as in the animal)-ee-on 

    It, or a similar word, is also a synonym for gimp/french wire as
    used in beaded jewellery when attaching clasps. 

Pat

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