18K White Gold Half-Round Sizing Stock, 1/2-Hard

This 1/2-hard, 18-karat nickel-based white gold half-round sizing stock is named for its use in enlarging rings. Additionally, this high-karat wire is popular for shaping rings and cuff or bangle bracelets using metal-forming techniques. 1/2-Hard stock is partially work-hardened and will hold its shape under some stress; ideal for forming structures that will support other components. Keep in mind that hardness is changeable (by annealing or heat-hardening) and is relative among metal types (each temper will feel and handle differently from one metal to another). When finishing your pieces, also keep in mind that the harder the metal is, the brighter a finish it will take. This white gold sizing stock is milled in 12" straightened lengths. This stock is cut to order up to that length; due to the cutting capabilities of the shear, minimum purchase is 1/2". Ideal for high-end designs and for pieces that are not exposed to a great deal of daily wear and tear, high-karat gold materials are highly workable and deliver a signature color to designs.

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Form: Sizing stock
Shape: Half-round
Metal type: Gold
Metal color: White
Karat: 18K
Hardness: 1/2-hard
Dimensions: 4 x 2mm, 6 x 2mm, 2 x 1.5mm, 3 x 1.5mm
Length per weight: 0.59 in./dwt (1.50 cm/dwt), 0.41 in./dwt (1.04 cm/dwt), 1.62 in./dwt (4.11 cm/dwt), 1.08 in./dwt (2.74 cm/dwt)
Weight per length: 1.685 dwt/in. (0.663 dwt/cm), 2.421 dwt/in. (0.953 dwt/cm), 0.617 dwt/in. (0.243 dwt/cm), 0.925 dwt/in. (0.364 dwt/cm)
Thickness: 0.079" (2.01mm), 0.059" (1.5mm)
Country of origin: United States