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GOLD LEAF PRODUCTION"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Gold leaf is obtained through alchemy: its production requires exceptional craftsmanship, sophisticated technologies, and an in-depth knowledge of the secrets of an ancient craft, which is constantly evolving.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

High quality gold leaf<\/a> is obtained through a long and complex process: at least ten hours of processing are required to gradually reduce the thickness of gold, silver and other precious metals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It all starts with pure gold, which is melted along with other noble metals (such as copper and silver) at a temperature of over 1000\u00b0C. Once liquefied and amalgamated, the various components form an alloy, which is poured into the moulds and left to cool. This is how the ingots are obtained, whose colouration varies depending on the quantities of the individual noble metals utilised. The alloys\u2019 proportions are often dictated by ancient recipes, which are carefully guarded by each manufacturer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n