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Changing the finish of Nickel Plating

I have a large number of nickel plated beads which I would like to change to a matte finish. The finish at present is far too shiny. I have tried salt and water, and vinegar ⇦ in bulk on eBay or Amazon [affil link] as well. Does anyone have any ideas on the subject?

Thank you in advance.

Bill Wood
Jewellry maker - Melfort, Saskatchewan, Canada
2004

You might be able to tumble them in your tumbler with 60 or 80 grit carbide. will probably take hours.

James Watts
- Navarre, Florida
2004

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