Bullseye Glass Rod: Egyptian Blue Opal 0164

Glass Rod - Egyptian Blue Opal.  

Egyptian blue is a bright and brazen colour. When it is used with Marigold Yellow and Spring Green, very dark fine lines occur at the joints which can create subtle borders if desired.

Rods can be used in torchworking and kilnforming, and add an exciting difference to glass work. Drawn from compatible Bullseye glass, each rod is approximately 42cm long and 4-6mm in diameter.  

Contains:

Copper

May react with:

Selenium, Sulphur

Cold characteristics: 

Opaque.

Working Notes:

Torch: A stable blue that is not prone to reduction in a neutral flame. Can turn rust colour in reduction.

Kiln: Opalises upon firing.

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