Prince's metal

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Prince's metal or Prince Rupert's metal is a type of alpha-brass containing 75% copper and 25% zinc. Due to its beautiful yellow color, it is used as an imitation of gold.

The alloy was named in honour of Prince Rupert of the Rhine.

[edit] See also

• Pinchbeck (alloy)

[edit] External links

• National Pollutant Inventory - Copper and compounds fact sheet