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kirchh
I do not have a 'before' picture, but here are the results after I converted all yellow gold surfaces on this lovely Omas to rhodium for a sophisticated cool look:

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--Daniel
purpledog
Daniel,

very interesting. this is the first time i read about trim conversion to a different color.

is this done by electroplating?

thanks
purpledog
kirchh
QUOTE(purpledog @ Mar 24 2008, 11:51 PM) [snapback]556589[/snapback]
Daniel,

very interesting. this is the first time i read about trim conversion to a different color.

is this done by electroplating?

thanks
purpledog

It is indeed.

--Daniel
cellulophile
It seems someone had the exact idea as I've had concerning the Vecchietti LE. My only concern is that the rhodium on the three section rings will quickly wear off with repeated skin contact. Still, the pen does look much nicer, IMO. As usual, beautiful work, Daniel. Thanks,
David
kirchh
QUOTE(cellulophile @ Mar 25 2008, 12:23 AM) [snapback]556605[/snapback]
It seems someone had the exact idea as I've had concerning the Vecchietti LE. My only concern is that the rhodium on the three section rings will quickly wear off with repeated skin contact. Still, the pen does look much nicer, IMO. As usual, beautiful work, Daniel. Thanks,
David

Thank you for the kind words, David. I share your concern, and indeed I noted it on my invoice to the owner. I will be interested to see how it holds up over time.

Best --
--Daniel
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