Enameling-Oxidized copper edges

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Hi all-
I’ve been working with enameling copper some lately, and actually like the blackened rim on the copper when it comes out of firing. Is this oxidation durable enough to have as a design element? Is it more or less long lasting than liver of sulfur (which I’d like to avoid if possible). Thanks!!!

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I’ve never tried it, as I’m very new to enameling . But some people use “firescale” (the black color) in their design. Here’s an article that might start you off- but there’s lots of info out there

Patty

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Thanks Patty! I’ll take a look!

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If you seal the black it will stay as a finish. Otherwise it will flake and be messy if it’s for jewelry.

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Thanks Patty and @mata. Can I seal it with flux, or would you recommend a different way?