Jewelry Flux
Jewelry Flux
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Flux $39.99 Flux Giclee Print by Periscope Gallery . Product size approximately 16 x 20 inches. Available at Art.com. Embrace your Space – your source for high quality fine art posters and prints. |
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Flux Pavilion $78 Flux Pavilion |
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American Terminal AT-31604 60-40 Rosin Core Solder (4 Ounces) $3.94 ALPHA FRY ELECTRICAL REPAIR SOLDER *60% tin / 40% lead solder with rosin flux core *4 oz *.062″ dia. *Melting point: 374 deg F *For wires, motors, radio, TV, VCR and stero repairs… |
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Bernzomatic AL3 Aluminum Brazing/Welding Rods with 12-Inch Rods of Working Temperature 700-750 Degrees, 2-Piece $2.59 12” brazing rod for use with oxygen torch kit and high temperature fuel torches…. |
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Iso-Tip #7459 Silver Bearing Solder Paste $5.25 Convenient application, strong performance, versatile usage. Use for all electrical soldering wires, connectors, cables, copper piping, home plumbing and car radiators. Solder-It is fast, easy to apply, provides strength without the distortion of high temperature brazing, gives superiour electrical conductivity and is stress and vibration resistant…. |
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Handmade sterling silver cufflinks with maroon and blue flux hand enameling with presentation box. Crafted in England $275.00 Handmade sterling silver cufflinks with a rich design of outer translucent blue flux enamel and a centre of maroon. “Sand”. An extremely interesting design of cufflink. Presentation boxed…. |
A World Apart: The Appeal Of Breathtaking Mokume Gane Jewelry
The timeless, elegant appearance of Mokume gane metalwork is something to see. {Not only is the handsome appearance of Mokume gane so unusual and captivating, it has a fascinating history that can make it a popular conversation piece. ~ In addition, the marvelous appearance of the Mokume gane look provides an enthralling history, something that will forever provide a terrific conversation piece.
The Japanese term translates to English as “wood eye metal.” There are a few other historical names for the metalwork, which translate to “cloud metal” and “wood-grain metal.” These translations are wonderfully visually descriptive, as the rippling, rolling appearance of the Mokume gane patterns mimic wood grain. The wood grain comparison is unquestionably apt, but the patterns craftsmen are able to produce in this kind of metalwork are as wide-ranging and lovely as clouds themselves.
It was 17th century Japanese katana makers who who developed the process for creating Mokume gane metal, which was used as sword fittings. When sword use diminished in Japan, the craftsmen re-focused and found a different market for their talents in the ornamental arts. ~ Developments in weapons destroyed the business for katanas, and Mokume gane artisans instead (used their trade for ornamental objects such as jewelry. They created their unique metalwork by liquefying soft metallic elements, which would form liquid phase diffusion bonds. This means the metal bonds together, but doesn’t totally melt. The resulting patterns are striking.
Because there are so many different metals that can be used in the Mokume gane process, the end results are always extremely varied.
Those artists who make Mokume Gane Ringss are creating something that is one-of-a-kind every single time they produce a piece. Due to the hands-on process of manipulating and pulling and twisting the melted metal, you can be sure that no two pieces of jewelry will be alike.
Because the art of creating Mokume has only really been practiced in the U.S. since the 1970s, you won't find many pieces of heirloom jewelry in this country. But for those who like unique jewelry that will have value for a long time, invest in a piece of Mokume gane. For the finest Mokume designs and workmanship, visit The Chris Ploof Studio in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Chris designs and creates, including also meteorite and damascus steel, that are very popular wedding bands for those seeking something out of the ordinary.