How to apply Ginfurubi, Japanese traditional patina on silver

Posted by Kazuhiko Ichikawa on October 28, 2019 | 6 Comments

1. Prepare the silver piece.

The depletion gilding must be apllied if it's made of sterling silver.

Because this patina is available only for silver. Without it, you wouldn't get good result.

2. In this video I polished it with a wire brush to get shinny surface.

3. And I polished it with baking soda to degrease.

Degreasing is very important in any patination.

4. Prepare the agent.

You need 100cc vinegar, 6g copper sulphate, and 6g salt.

You might find copper sulphate at aqualium, garden suppliers and hardware shops.

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