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Q: Casting Palladium ?
Hello,
I have a couple who would like to consider cast palladium wedding rings instead of cast platinum. They are primarily attracted to the unusualness of the metal and I am sure the lower price and density are a nice bonus. I have not worked with palladium before, and I have a few questions I hoped some more experienced jewelers could answer. My intention is to cast matching bands with undercut grooves for inlaying silver 0.020" wire. There will be no soldering or heating of the bands once they are cast. The finish will initially be mirror, but the couple knows that scratches will build up and the rings will eventually become mat (and show the silver contrast more.) 1) From what I can find on the web, palladium seems to have similar working properties to platinum. Are there any drawbacks or pitfalls while working with palladium that make it less desirable for the jeweler? 2) Are there any annoying characteristics of palladium which makes it less desirable for the wearer? 3) Any other advice, tips etc? Thanks, -Chris. -- |
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