Long Kilich

Battara · 12th April 2005, 08:51 PM

Based on the pictures, I have to agree with Tim. Gold does not oxidize, even low grade gold allow (only ever so slightly). What I see is typical of brass. The best way is to go to a jeweler and test the metal on the inside of the scabbard and guard. That way one can determine white metal/white brass from silver.

What is also possible is that the yellowish parts are a type of tarnish on the silver. This would mean age, chemical exposure, and a different alloy mixed in with the silver. This may account for the color on top of the silver even though it is not the color of gold.

12th April 2005, 08:51 PM	#4
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,345	Based on the pictures, I have to agree with Tim. Gold does not oxidize, even low grade gold allow (only ever so slightly). What I see is typical of brass. The best way is to go to a jeweler and test the metal on the inside of the scabbard and guard. That way one can determine white metal/white brass from silver. What is also possible is that the yellowish parts are a type of tarnish on the silver. This would mean age, chemical exposure, and a different alloy mixed in with the silver. This may account for the color on top of the silver even though it is not the color of gold.