Question about buying new pieces with antique/patina finish...

[obx_marina]

I see terms like "antiqued gold", "patinated gold", "blackened gold", etc. It seems like these are used colloquially and don't necessarily reference specific methods of finishing?

This may be a silly question so apologies in advance, but how 'permanent' is the antique finish on new settings that have a vintage look, such as this V-shaped ring or the CvB spring gulch setting for example? The linked thread suggests it could be anything from paint/enamel to black rhodium.

Do these typically fade? Require any extra care?

 

[Kim N]

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Blackened metal - does it wear off?

Hi fellow PSer's, Quick query - I love the dramatic look of darken metal on jewellery but worry it won't last... Here is an example https://www.jessicamccormack.com/signature-3-78ct-emerald-blackened-gold-east-west-button-back-ring If i got something made it this style - every time I polish...

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[obx_marina]

Someone asked this question recently.

Blackened metal - does it wear off?

Hi fellow PSer's, Quick query - I love the dramatic look of darken metal on jewellery but worry it won't last... Here is an example https://www.jessicamccormack.com/signature-3-78ct-emerald-blackened-gold-east-west-button-back-ring If i got something made it this style - every time I polish...

www.pricescope.com

Thank you! I searched the forum but didn't come across that for whatever reason - appreciate the link!