Chemical symbol: Zn
Specific gravity: 7.14 g/cm³
Colour: grey-blue metallic
Melting temperature: 419.5?C
Zinc is an essential metal in jewellery, mainly used as a component in alloys to improve strength and workability. The addition of zinc to copper, for example, creates brass, an alloy that is very popular due to its warm gold-like colour and its versatility in creating handcrafted jewellery.
The low melting point of Zinc makes it ideal for processes such as lost-wax casting, while its corrosion resistance ensures the durability of finished parts. In contemporary jewellery, zinc is also used to make unique decorative details or as a base for plating.
Banco Villa offers zinc in the form of grains, bars or powders, specifically selected for the creation of alloys or for direct use in artisanal manufacturing processes.
Applications of zinc in jewellery
Manufacture of brass for jewellery
Manufacture of resistant and durable alloys
Decorative elements and design details
Base for protective and decorative plating
