Chains-And-Findings/ Silver/ Head-And-Eye-Pins
Sterling Silver 3mm Ball Head Pins, 1/2-Hard


Description

This sterling silver ball head pin is a convenient, ready-to-go starting point for creating findings and is a great choice for drops, dangles and charms. Ball head pins provide a decorative, bead-like end (or starting point) for the components you make with them. Simply choose a head size larger than the hole in your bead or other finding. The most popular choice for most applications, 1/2-hard pins stand up well in most jewelry styles and still allow the wire to be formed as needed—then hold their shape reasonably well. Choose an appropriate pin thickness based on your design and the hole size of your beads or findings so that they will be held securely in place without wobble or risk of loss.

Specifications:
  • Gauge : 24 ga.
  • Fabrication method : Fabricated
  • Country of origin : United States
  • Metal type : Sterling silver
  • Purity : .925
  • Hardness : 1/2-hard
  • Thickness : 0.02" (0.51mm)
  • Pin size : 1-1/2"
  • Head size : 3mm
  • Style : Head pin
  • Jewelry Type : Head pins & eye pins
  • Overall length/dimensions : 1-1/2"
Please Note: • Pins may require straightening. To straighten, simply roll the pin between two flat surfaces.
• IMPORTANT: Sterling silver is an alloy containing metals that react with chemicals found in air and produce tarnish; high moisture levels, exposure to sunlight and contaminants such as salt water increase this reaction. Take steps to protect your sterling findings by keeping them in airtight packages, use tarnish-resistant products (such as tarnish tabs or strips) that absorb harmful chemicals, and store sterling findings in a cool, dry place. Most tarnish is easily removed by polishing with a mild abrasive or soaking in an anti-tarnish solution.
Catalog page: 2019-2020 Gems and Findings & Display and Packaging Catalog p.525