[Jewelry making - Article 00753] - Re: [Orchid] Aspiring Jeweler requesting help

[Silverspotstudio]

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>     what is the elemental composition for Fools gold (i think its also
>     called Jewelers gold)

    Sorry if this has already been answered (I tend to be about a day
    behind on my posts), but I'm guessing that you're thinking of a
    yellow metal variously called Jeweler's Bronze or Merlin's Gold.
    This metal is truly neither bronze nor gold, but actually red brass,
    which is 85% copper and 15% zinc.   

    You can find red brass and nickel stock (sheet, wire, and tubing) at
    Indian Jewelers Supply: 

    http://www.ganoksin.com/resources/detail-indian_jewelers_supply-1530.html

    Both metals are great for practicing your piercing, filing, and
    forming techniques before moving on to more expensive metals, but
    mind what James in SOFL said about the nickel allergy and be sure to
    make your customers aware of this danger if you intend to sell
    nickel pieces. 

    Most importantly, experiment, and have fun! 

Jessee Smith
www.silverspotstudio.com
Cincinnati, Ohio

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