Artistic Wire Jewelry Wire Non-Tarnish Silver Plated 26 Gauge (30-Yd) This Artistic Wire is made by first plating the copper wire with a precision layer of pure silver Then a carefully applied enamel color and tarnish resistant coating on top of the silver plating The silver plating beneath the color adds an incredible high-shine and brilliance to the wire Because of it's softness and flexibility, this wire is great for Beading and Wire Wrapping Projects.