Silver palladium alloy
OwnerDaniel Davitzinventor
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Abstract
A silver colored metal alloy having improved tarnish resistance is disclosed, which is intended primarily for solid sterling jewelry and utensils and may also be used in silver plating, and does not easily tarnish and corrode. The alloy consists essentially of 80% to 92.5% silver, 4% to 9% palladium, 0% to 10% copper and 0.5% to 1% indium or zinc.
Claims5
A silver colored highly tarnish and corrosion resistant alloy comprising in weight percent 80% to 92.5% silver, 4% to 9% palladium, 2% to 10% copper, and 0.5% to 1% indium or zinc.
The alloy of claim wherein the casting temperature is approximately 1850 degrees Fahrenheit plus or minus 50 degrees.
A jewelry alloy suitable for rings, earrings and bangles, comprising in weight percent approximately 92.5% silver, 5% palladium, 2% copper and 0.5% indium.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.