Description
- Natural Copper by Artistic Wire contains a tarnish-resistant coating that will protect it from discoloration for a "reasonable amount of time" (duration will depend on exterior conditions including shaping/hammering, wear, chemicals, etc.).
- Bare Copper does NOT contain the coating and is intended for uses where a patina is desired.
This chart by Beadalon shows the relative hardnesses of Artistic Wire and other popular types of wire, from dead soft to full hard:

Confused about wire gauges and wire hardnesses?
Try our Wire 101 page for definitions and comparisons.
See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item.
Details
Sold by: |
each |
Material Family: |
Copper |
Color: |
Natural Copper |
Unit: |
eaches |
Size: |
18-gauge, 10-yd |
Color Family: |
Copper |
Thickness: |
18 ga (1.02mm) |
Country of Origin: |
Pakistan |
Shape: |
Round |
Material: |
Copper |
Brand: |
Artistic Wire |