Mokume Gane
Article Abstract:
Mokume Gane, or wood-grain metal, is an ancient Japanese technique that was initially developed by sword-smiths for decorative purposes in which various layers of metals are stacked together and bonded into solid billet or small brick. Stepwise procedure of the preparation of the metal is discussed, in which inexpensive metals such as copper, brass, and nickel or more expensive metal such a gold and platinum can be used.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2004
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Forge-welded Mokume gane
Article Abstract:
A nine-step guide for making mokume jewelry is presented. It features the use of the traditional Japanese metal-layering technique called Mokume gane and the 'stump repousse' method.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1999
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