[Jewelry making - Article 00189] - [Orchid] Preserving patina surfaces

[Namita Wiggers]

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    I have some pieces that I've patinaed with liver of sulpher. I've
    waxed them, but am finding they are still getting battered more than
    I like. Does anyone have a coating they use to preserve a patinaed
    surface -- preferably a matte finish? The pieces are at the bottom of
    my website at www.namitawiggers.com to give you an idea of what I am
    working on. The series is based on an Indian embroidery technique
    called shisha, so the centers must stay polished with the tops a
    rich, dark color to make the stitching pop properly. The earrings and
    pendants hold up fine -- but the edges on the bracelets aren't
    making me happy. (blame the piece, not the maker : ) 

Thanks in advance for any suggestions. . . .
Namita Wiggers

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