[Jewelry making - Article 00957] - Re: [Orchid] Silver metal clay turns brassy

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Christine,

    I work in Silver metal clay and although I can't tell you why it
    turned brassy, I can suggest a way to get the shine back. Why don't
    you try using a Dremel polishing wheel with red rouge to gently buff
    it up? I use this on my pieces and it makes them look just brilliant,
    with very shiny mirror finish. 

    If this doesn't work, let me know. I have some other suggestions.
    However, I would not use harsh chemicals on it, so let me know if
    you need more suggestions. Remember it is pure silver (.999) and may
    more easily combine chemically with other substances (like ammonia)
    because of this. 

Hope this helps!

Laura

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