[Jewelry making - Article 00235] - Re: [Orchid] Platinum enhanced sterling?

[Alastair]

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    I agree with the historical importance of naturally occurring
    electrum in jewelery of antiquity, but does that bar modern jewellers
    from mixing an alloy of pure gold and silver and naming it electrum?
    I am sure some definitions will say electrum is an alloy of gold and
    silver, and others will say 'predominately' gold and silver. That is
    the difference between old electrum and today's electrum. Modern
    jewellers have the advantage of being able to name the precise
    composition of their alloy. 

    A Google search shows that electrum is a favourite name for rock
    bands and computer manufacturers, and a precious alloy. A search in
    the Orchid archives brings up a wealth of discussion and first hand
    information on the use of electrum; it is alive and well as a modern
    alloy. 

    It is very easy to melt your own electrum, it is a beautiful
    material to work with, and it has no vices. 

Cheers, Alastair
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