types of metal
All of our metals are nickel and lead free! They are all solid metals so you don't have to worry about a layer scratching off or wearing down to expose other metal underneath!
Pewter
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Hypoallergenic
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Heavier metal (nicer for weighted jewelry)
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Softer metal (easier to scratch & bend, can have deeper impressions)
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Does not patina
Aluminum
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Hypoallergenic
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Light-weight (weighs about 1/3 of the other metals)
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Softer metal (easier to scratch, can have deeper impressions)
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Does not patina
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Okay to wear around water (enamel may come out faster)
Brass
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Attractive yellow hue
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Heavier metal
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Will patina over time
Nugold
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Yellow with a tint of orange
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Heavier metal
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Will patina over time
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LIMITED AVAILABILITY
bronze
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Lovely orange hue
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Heavier metal
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Will patina over time
copper
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Beautiful red hue
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Heavier metal
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Will patina over time
What is Patina?
(also called tarnish)
Patina naturally occurs when most metals are exposed to oxygen. Brass, nugold, bronze and copper will all oxidize over time changing color, often darkening. Things like humidity, contact with water and other liquids can speed up this process significantly and unevenly.
Many people like the antique look these metals take on. If you don't, patina can easily be removed with a pro polish pad (provided), #0000 extra fine steel wool, or even ketchup!
