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Handmade jewelry - behind the scenes (silver and other metals)

Most jewelry is made with some type of metal, be it a clasp, an ear wire, or as part of the design. When I first started making jewelry for fun I used the cheapest parts I could find. Most of it was base metal plated with either gold or silver, or gold or silver color. Base metal is aluminum, copper, tin, or zinc. I practiced over and over. Eventually I sold some of those early pieces on eBay and in a local boutique.

Handmade Jewelry - types of silver used

Chinese turquoise bracelet with Thai Hill Tribesilver bead caps, large bead, chain and charm
 
African Green Opal bracelet with Bali beads and Thai Hill Tribe silver charms  
 

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