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Take a look at this incredible patina/ finish on this copper pendant. It has been hammered for texture. It has been annealed for strength and annealed again and then quenched in cold water to get this russet-red patina. Finally, it has been polished with rouge to get this shine.
This pendant has 2 layers. The bottom layer has been kiln-fired with blue-green enamel, which is complimented by the red patina of the top layer. The 2 layers have been cold-connected by rivets in all 4 corners. The clasp has been wrapped with sterling wire, which has been hammered for texture. The final step here is attaching the handforged, hammered, sterling wire neckband. This piece is truly multi- dimensional. Check out my other creations at my website www.dichroicglassbygail.com.
