The following photomicrographs were submitted by: Mr. Jeff Stewart, metallographer at: Stern Leach Company, Attleboro, MA
The samples were metallographically processed using silicon carbide paper and diamond polishing and then etched.
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Fine silver dendrite cavern |
| Tint etched C52100 (phosphor bronze with 8% Sn) |
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Sterling silver casting containing copper oxide and pores |
| 1/20 14-karat gold-filled/solder-filled chain link, longitudinal cross section at the joint |
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Solder-filled 14-karat gold chain link, longitudinal cross section at the joint | |