[Jewelry making - Article 00191] - Re: [Orchid] Niello Inlay Problems

[Janet Alix]

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Chris,

    I have to say I think niello is a bad idea. I mean, when you melt
    lead you have a very toxic situation. Why design yourself into that
    corner? Can't you get the effect you want with black enamel, maybe
    sanded to get a matte finish? The smiths who invented niello probably
    had no idea how toxic their materials were. 

    Just my opinion, Janet (in Mill Valley where the winter is one of the
    most beautiful ever.)

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