Jewelries have unique and basic components which are deemed necessary for a magnificent byproduct. Jewelry making metals are composed of different metals or elements. Each one of these has diverse uses according to a desired purpose. Under the elements category, Lead comes first and it is best for casting alloys. This is a useful element because it has an exceptional capability to soften brittle metals. However, health experts are warning jewelry makers to limit its use because of detrimental effects to children’s health.
Alloys are conglomerations of various elements. Jewelry making metals have included this as a base material to change the color of an accessory, its melting temperature together with the inherent of a particular element. Examples of these are brass and silver among others.
In addition, base metals are jewelry making metals employed in costume jewelries. To explain further, these are applied for plated trinkets within layers of gold and other metallic elements. Here are the most popular base metals which are very vital in jewelry making ventures. Brass, Copper, Aluminum, Pewter and a lot more. Aluminum is a soft metal which is responsible in metal stamping or embossing processes. Most importantly, it is best for crafting jewelries due to its RUST-FREE characteristic. However., it is susceptible to scratches. Brass is an alloy of zinc and copper. Raw brass has imperfections. As such., it has to be polished and their colors change over the years.
Copper is a bright reddish metal which is too reactive. It tends to darken and develops some patina over time. It causes skin discoloration. Consequently, it is the least preferred among all the jewelry making metals. Precious metals refer to rare metals with the highest appraisal values. Gold, silver and platinum are classy examples.
Green-colored metals are jewelry making metals are refined and reused materials. Some of the materials in producing jewelries come from scrap and photo processing. This is the reason why, these are pertained to as eco-friendly jewelries.
