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Glossary/Brass

Brass

Brass is any alloy of copper and zinc; the proportions of zinc and copper can be varied to create a range of brasses, each of which has unique properties.

Brass has a yellow color, somewhat similar to gold. It is relatively resistant to tarnishing, and is often used for wheels and as the base material for main plates and bridges in a watch.

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