Pigment Metal 2; formula: xCu-yZn
These pigments are platelet particles of copper-based alloys, frequently referred to as bronze pigments, even though brass (a copper-zinc alloy) is typically used. The composition ranges from pure copper flake (100 % Cu) to brass with 30 % zinc content. Depending upon composition, the color ranges from coppery red through reddish-gold to gold and greenish-gold. They are offered in different particle sizes in leafing and non-leafing versions. They have limited application in paints.