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Brass in jewelry

  • Writer: Orly Oroca
    Orly Oroca
  • Apr 5
  • 2 min read

Brass in jewelry?

Brass, also known as "yellow bronze," is an alloy of copper and zinc, which is widely used around the world.

Its golden color gives it a luxurious look reminiscent of gold jewelry, but at a more affordable price. Handmade brass jewelry is a popular choice due to its flexibility in design and the ability to combine different finishes. In addition, brass serves as a base for gold plating, allowing for the creation of unique jewelry with a rich look.

Working with brass in a jewelry workshop

In the workshop, you can work with brass and make handmade jewelry from it. Participants can design brass rings, brass bracelets, earrings and pendants using traditional metalworking techniques. One of the significant advantages of working with brass is the possibility of coating it with gold, which makes the jewelry attractive and durable. Thus, you can enjoy the beauty of gold jewelry with affordable costs.



Why choose brass for jewelry?

  1. Luxurious golden look

  2. An easy-to-process material

  3. High durability

  4. An accessible alternative to gold

  5. A wide range of finishes


Common uses of brass in jewelry

  • Brass bracelets and brass rings

  • Brass earrings and brass pendants

  • Vintage and boho-chic brass jewelry

  • Brass in gold-plated jewelry



Brass in jewelry

Is brass suitable for everyone?

It is important to know that brass may react with the acidity of the skin, especially when it comes to brass rings. For people with high skin acidity, contact with brass may cause a greenish streak to appear on the finger. This phenomenon is natural and results from the chemical reaction of copper in the skin, but it is not harmful and can be prevented by coating the surface of the jewelry with gold or clear varnish.


How to maintain brass jewelry?

  • Gentle cleaning

  • Deep cleaning for brass jewelry

  • Avoid moisture

  • Store in a closed box

In conclusion,


In the jewelry workshops, you can create handmade brass jewelry and upgrade it by gold plating

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