I have many large uncalibrated stones. I would like to create my own mounts with Artclay. Will the prongs bend and not be too brittle for setting the stones after firing?
- Susan
After firing, silver metal clay is very malleable and not brittle as long as the firing was completed successfully. Fine silver metal clay is 0.999% silver and much softer than sterling silver metal clay since there is no copper or other metals present.
Be sure to use proper tools and techniques when filling prong settings.
- Tammy Honaman, Author, Jewelry-Making Expert and Educator
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