| 摘要 |
A jewelry alloy is disclosed preferably of 3 to 5 karat gold having the color, hue and shine characteristics of 10 or higher karat yellow gold. Although the alloy disclosed is virtually identical in appearance to 10 to 18 karat yellow gold, it is substantially less expensive and provides a relatively low cost substitute for 10 and higher karat yellow gold. The alloy has the following composition, by weight: Gold: 17-25% Silver: 10-27% Copper: 40-60% Zinc: 3- 12% In addition to its appearance, the alloy disclosed has good corrosion and high tarnish resistance, good workability and castability and can be plated, if desired, and sized with conventional solders.
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