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Purity of the Incense Burner’s Material(feng shui store)

Observe the color: High-quality brass incense burners have a golden and even color with a natural luster. If the color is too dark or too bright, it may indicate insufficient purity or special treatment. For example, some inferior brass incense burners may have a darker color due to more impurities.

Understand the composition: You can ask the merchant about the specific composition of the brass. Generally speaking, the higher the copper content, the better the quality and the more valuable it is for collection. For example, (Copper Coins, Five Emperors coins)H62 brass has a copper content of about 62%, has relatively good strength and corrosion resistance, and is a commonly used material for making brass incense burners.

Level of Craftsmanship

Casting process: High-quality incense burners usually adopt the traditional lost-wax method or modern precision casting techniques.(Copper Cornucopia Gold Toad Treasure Bowl Fengshui Wealthy Ornament) The lines are smooth and natural, the patterns are clear and exquisite, and there are no obvious flaws or air holes. For instance, some high-end brass incense burners have excellent casting craftsmanship, with the body of the burner having graceful lines, and the details such as the burner’s ears and feet are finely and realistically carved.

Surface treatment: Good brass incense burners have a smooth and fine surface without sand holes, scratches, etc. After grinding, polishing and other treatments, they feel comfortable to the touch and can reflect the texture of brass. (Feng shui Treasure Bowl Money Toads)Some incense burners will also have special surface treatment processes, such as artificial aging treatment to give them a simple and antique charm. However, it is necessary to pay attention to whether the artificial aging looks natural and even.