Item Name:
Aventurine Rod - Goldstone - 104 COE
SKU:
15501-ROD
Description:
Goldstone is a 104 COE specialty color rod made with a metallic sparkle additive that produces a coppery, glittering effect in the glass. It is manufactured as solid rod for soft glass lampworking and is typically chosen when you want warm, reflective shimmer that reads like suspended metal flecks, especially in sculptural accents, bold surface decoration, and high-contrast designs. Goldstone is often used as an accent color because the sparkle shows best in thicker applications, raised trails, and areas that catch direct light.
How it is used:
- Work it in a neutral to slightly oxidizing flame to help keep the surface clean and the sparkle bright.
- Use it for wraps, stripes, dots, and raised trails where the reflective particles can catch the light.
- Pair it with clear 104 COE for casing or encasement to add depth and a floating sparkle look.
- Use it as an accent over dark bases to increase contrast and make the shimmer stand out.
- Warm the rod gradually and avoid shocking it, since sparkle colors can be more sensitive to thermal stress than standard transparents.
