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Prince's metal or Prince Rupert's metal is a type of alpha-brass containing 75% copper and 25% zinc. Due to its beautiful yellow color, it is used as an imitation of gold.

The alloy was named in honour of Prince Rupert of the Rhine.

Prince's metal is very similar to pinchbeck.

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