Miscellaneous Terms Flashcards
1
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An alloy of copper (mainly copper) and zinc, that is often used in costume jewelry
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Brass
2
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An alloy composed mainly copper and tin(mainly copper first and then tin). Zinc and other elements my be present
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Bronze
3
Q
Metal components used for jewelry construction or repair such as clasps, settings, studs, and safety chains.
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Findings
4
Q
The metal part a jewelry piece before the stones are set into it.
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Mountings
5
Q
The process of removing impurities from precious metals.
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Refining
6
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The part of a ring that encircles the finger and is attached to the stone setting(s).
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Shank
7
Q
A metal or metallic alloy used to join metals
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Solder
8
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The process of fusing two pieces of metal together with solder.
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Soldering
