Light Red Elvis
A lighter, sometimes streaky self-striking ruby red boro; self-strikes as it cools, deepens with flame or kiln strike in a neutral-to-oxidizing flame.
Outcomes
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Light to medium red, sometimes streaky, self-struck as it coolsWork in a neutral to oxidizing flame. Strikes at a slightly lower temperature than most rubies. Self-strikes as it cools without additional intervention.
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Deeper red after flame or kiln strikingFlame or kiln strike in an oxidizing atmosphere at a slightly lower temperature than most rubies to deepen the red. Kiln striking yields the cleanest results.
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Brownish 'livered' result from reduction or over-strikingReduction or flame striking too hot for too long produces a brownish 'livered' result — an undesirable outcome described by the manufacturer.
Working notes
- Never reduce — reduction causes a brownish 'livered' result.
- Do not flame-strike too hot or too long — over-striking also causes livering.
- Kiln strike yields the cleanest results.
- Strike at a slightly lower temperature than most rubies.