[Jewelry making - Article 00983] - Re: [Orchid] Patination 101

[K. David Woolley]

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>     beside of that, there's another thing I haven't understood yet: is
>     patina something which can resist the wear/strain of wearing [say,
>     colored rings in a chain], or it wears away?

    Patination as I understand it (open to correction by a more learned
    or experienced person) is a surface deep reaction to the metal, hence
    fragile and not well suited for direct and continual exposure to
    wear. 

    One way I was taught to protect a surface such as this is through
    the application of a paste floor wax (reapply as necessary). 

    A snippet from a product site, of whose product I have used for this
    procedure: 

    SC Johnson(R) Paste Wax deep cleans many surfaces; its original blend
    of hard finish waxes produces a rich, satiny luster. SC Johnson(R)
    Paste Wax provides lasting beauty and protection for all wood
    surfaces, metal, leather, plastic, cork, and vinyl. It's an excellent
    product to help revitalize antique furniture and worn or damaged
    wood. (http://www.floorcareproducts.com/wood-floor-wax) 

    Other option are clear finger nail polish, again to build a
    protective coating. Some use this on copper that touches the skin so
    as not to have the greening effect on the flesh. 

    Treating the patinae piece(s) as you would a stone is an option:
    cutting and setting it; cold connection joining, such as rivets;
    etc. 

    Hope this helps somewhat. 

K. David Woolley
Fredericton, NB
Diversiform Metal Art & Jewellery
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