[Jewelry making - Article 01422] - Re: [Orchid] Rhodium plating safe thickness

[Jim Reitze]

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    Correct the discoloration with thorough polishing first. I have seen
    some pretty deep discoloration, and some cannot be remedied without
    taking off too much gold. My feeling is there is something to be
    corrected/adjusted in the soldering process or pickling if the
    discoloration cannot be removed. Rhodium plating can only cover the
    problem, brighten the metal up. It is NOT a permanent solution, as it
    will eventually wear off in normal usage. 

Jim
http://www.forrest-design.com
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