[Jewelry making - Article 01136] - Re: [Orchid] [Source] Base Metal Screws

[Ron Charlotte]

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    They're called a "Chicago screw" or "Chicago Rivet". They are
    primarily used in leather work, especially horsetack. They are made
    in nickle silver, copper, brass and plated brass. I've never seen
    them offered in sterling. 

Ron Charlotte -- Gainesville, FL
ronch2 AT bellsouth.net OR afn03234 AT afn.org
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