Why buy bronze jewelry?

Bronze is found in several pieces of jewelry and its use is becoming increasingly common. This is no coincidence. Bronze has been a revolutionary alloy since its creation during the Bronze Age, which spanned from 2700 to 800 BC.  

The creation and manufacture of bronze:

Unlike gold, bronze is not found in its raw state in nature. It is an alloy of copper to which 10 to 20% tin is added. Thus, it is through the skill of the artisan who knew how to tame and master the raw material to extract this new metal, which is very close to the color of gold, that the achievement of bronze lies. Humanity is fantastic in that it is capable of creating a metal for its own needs, thereby improving the quality of tools and allowing the manufacture of weapons, adornments, prestige objects, or ritual items.

When artisans tried mixing copper and tin, they realized that the result obtained—bronze—was more durable and of better quality than other mixtures.

The oxidation of bronze: 

The shine of precious metals fascinates with its beauty, brilliance, and the quality of its reflections, and this is especially true for gold, but most other metals oxidize.

Oxidation corresponds to a natural process by which bronze molecules transform into oxide through a reaction with oxygen in the air. This phenomenon is intriguing because this oxidation can create a particular color or evoke aging and tarnishing, which makes the metal come alive: iron rusts, and bronze turns green.

The use of the jewelry will more or less accelerate its oxidation.  It should be noted that water, sweat, and humidity intensify this phenomenon. It is recommended to avoid moisture as much as possible and not to shower or swim in the sea with it.

However, it should be noted that among all metals that oxidize, bronze truly stands out. I myself wear an OCTOGONE bracelet from the MALINDI collection and have worn it for 8 years without its appearance changing one bit. It was from that point on that I began to wonder about the longevity of bronze jewelry.

When our means are limited, bronze jewelry is a very good compromise because it resembles gold in appearance and is solid, and therefore durable. Ultimately, you will have a very elegant look.

Different solutions for maintaining your bronze jewelry: