To me it is not that expensive as it seems by its shine ... Cheaper version of gold [looks like copper-gold alloy], and all right, some parts of true genuine gold, too, I am not saying that there are none LOL Some synthetic rubies as well ... Altogether I wonder if you can get more than a cheaper family car for that... LOL SAM & SAAB [who would hop in at once LOL]
I have no idea how you make these things Joanie. All I know is that it is an intricate design made out of polished brass and that sets of the red so beautifully.