[Jewelry making - Article 00138] - Re: [Orchid] Argentium Experimentation

[Ladysmithgallery]

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    I want to echo Grace's praise of the individuals who have worked for
    a long time with this new alloy and have passed on their
    experiences. Their insight is truly invaluable to those of us who
    are wading into unknown waters. I, too, have had less than
    satisfactory exchanges with suppliers of argentium sterling. I know
    that some of these suppliers regularly monitor this list (Rio,
    Stuller?). I think it would be great if their representatives could
    address the problems some of us are experiencing, and let us know if
    the metal they are selling is properly prepared (annealing to raise
    the germanium) before shipping to us. For metalsmiths, untreated
    metal is merely an inconvenience, but I can see this as being a big
    problem for those who use the wire for wire-wrapping exclusively. So
    how about it, Rio and Stuller (or any supplier) - could you fill us
    in? 

Donna 
SilverSorceress Designs
Unique, handcrafted Silver and Gemstone Jewelry
http://www.silversorceress.com/

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