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Anodized Niobium

Anodized Niobium - what a scintillating rainbow of colours! The anodizing process -- similar to electroplating, the colour is formed by running a current through the metal in an electrolytic bath -- creates a layer of colour on the surface of the wire that is reasonably durable - not indestructible, but reasonable. The finish can be marred by rubbing against harder materials, i.e. steel, or by your pliers when assembling. We suggest wrapping the jaws of your pliers with masking tape.

It is strong (the 18 gauge is similar to sterling, and the 22 gauge is similar to fine silver), corrosion resistant, and hypo-allergenic. Colour can vary slightly from batch to batch. The jumprings are saw cut. As much as is possible, the wire will be shipped in one continuous piece. It is lighter weight than sterling silver, and contrasts nicely with sterling in chain mail designs. The wire makes attractive ear wires or decorative designs.

Anodized wire should NOT be soldered or heated to melting (no making your own headpins, sorry). Clean with soap and water, not harsh chemicals. The colours may change if you have very reactive skin - but it does not create allergic reactions.

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Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Dark Rose (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
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s13673
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Acid Sunset (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
Quantity:
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s13672
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Rose Gold (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
Quantity:
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s13671
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Straw Gold (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
Quantity:
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s13678
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Teal (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
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s13670
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Light Blue (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
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s13669
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Stormy Blue (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
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s13676
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Indigo (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
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s13668
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Royal Purple (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
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s13675
Anodized Niobium - 8.4 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Violet (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 7/32 inch, (approx 5.9 mm). Outside diameter is 5/8 inch (approx 8.4 mm). 10 grams is approx. 46 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.40
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s13662
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Dark Rose (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13661
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Acid Sunset (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13660
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Rose Gold (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
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s13659
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Straw Gold (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
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s13666
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Teal (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13658
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Light Blue (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13657
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Stormy Blue (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13664
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Indigo (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13656
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Royal Purple (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13663
Anodized Niobium - 9.2 mm Round Open Jumpring - 18 gauge - Violet (10 grams)
Wire thickness is 18 gauge (approx 1.2 mm). Inside diameter is 1/4 inch, (approx 6.7 mm). Outside diameter is 3/8 inch (approx 9.2 mm). 10 grams is approx. 40 rings. By the pack of 10 grams.
Price: $ 7.35
Quantity:
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s13652
Anodized Niobium - 22 gauge Round Wire - Rose Gold (1 foot)
Very pliable and soft - about the same hardness as fine silver. .6mm By the pack of 1 foot.
Price: $ 0.95
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s13644
Anodized Niobium - 22 gauge Round Wire - Straw Gold (1 foot)
Very pliable and soft - about the same hardness as fine silver. .6mm By the pack of 1 foot.
Price: $ 0.95
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s13650
Anodized Niobium - 22 gauge Round Wire - Light Blue (1 foot)
Very pliable and soft - about the same hardness as fine silver. .6mm By the pack of 1 foot.
Price: $ 0.95
Quantity:
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s13645
Anodized Niobium - 22 gauge Round Wire - Royal Purple (1 foot)
Very pliable and soft - about the same hardness as fine silver. .6mm By the pack of 1 foot.
Price: $ 0.95
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