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  1. 05-10-2017, 05:12 AM #1
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    Hit it with a grinder. Does it throw sparks and if so, what color? That should help in identifying it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mthomasdev View Post
    Hit it with a grinder. Does it throw sparks and if so, what color? That should help in identifying it.
    Yes, Goggle spark test. You will find how to determine metals by size and color of sparks. Its easy and interesting. Mike
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    Now go beat the copper out of something, Miked
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