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How do you tell the difference between brass and copper?
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To tell the difference between brass and copper, study the color of the item carefully. Brass is a yellowish-red color that is similar to gold. As it ages, it usually develops a brown patina. On the other hand, copper looks redder when new and usually turns greenish with age. If color alone isn't enough to determine the material of a piece, consult an expert who can perform additional testing. Explore a variety of copper and brass wares on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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A Mid Century Chandelier By TH Valentiner For Poul Dinesen Of Denmark
Located in Søborg, DK
A very rare Mid Century chandelier designed by Danish architect T. H. Valentiner for Poul Dinesen in the 1960s .
A classic example of simp...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo Table Lamp, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo table lamp from the 1950s. Marble base with two intertwining brass arms and shades lacquered in red and off-white. Nice original condition with some patina. Two origina...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Aluminum, Brass
Swedish Enameled Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming Swedish enameled glass and brass chandelier from the 1950s. Six-arm polished brass construction with a wooden centerpiece. At the end of each arm are brass ‘clips’ that hold...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
British Opaline Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
British opaline glass flush mount.
Metal bulb holder with brass glass holder.
White opaline glass
Brass ceiling plate / wall plate : diameter 10 cm / 3.94 inches
Weight: 0.90 kg / ...
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Cocoon Pendant Lamp In a Brass Cage, Linus Bob; Limbach 1960s
By Linus Bopp
Located in Hannover, DE
This Cocoon pendant lamp by Linus Bob Limbach is a real gem. Its design is truly one-of-a-kind, making it a rare find. The lamp is lovingly crafted from two metal shades. The lower s...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Alton modern solid wood and leather nightstands by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Alton Nightstand by Crump and Kwash
Solid wood case / hand oiled finish / leather wrapped drawer fronts / premium, full extension, soft close drawer slides / solid maple, dovetaile...
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2010s American Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass, Steel
