Difference between revisions of "Shibuichi"
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| − | A Japanese term for decorative [ | + | A Japanese term for decorative [[copper|copper]] alloy containing 15 or 25 % [[silver|silver]]. Shibuichi is often etched or stained to produce blue or green color variations. Swordmakers used shibuichi for ornamental fittings. |
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Revision as of 12:11, 10 May 2016
Description
A Japanese term for decorative Copper alloy containing 15 or 25 % Silver. Shibuichi is often etched or stained to produce blue or green color variations. Swordmakers used shibuichi for ornamental fittings.
Additional Information
Reactive Metals Studio: Data sheet: Shakudo and Shibuichi
Additional Images
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- David C. Scott, Metallography and Microstructure of Ancient and Historic Metals, The Getty Conservation Institute, Los Angeles, 1991