II.—For Tin.—Transparent gold lacquer for tin (all colors) may be made as follows: Take 1/2 pint of alcohol, add 1 ounce gum shellac; 1/2 ounce turmeric; 1 1/4 ounce red sanders. Set the vessel in a warm place and shake frequently for half a day. Then strain off the liquor, rinse the bottle and return it, corking tightly for use. When this is used, it must be applied to the work freely and flowed on full, or if the work admits it, it may be dipped. One or more coats may be given as the color is required light or dark. For rose color substitute 1/4 ounce of finely ground lake in place of the turmeric. For blue, substitute Prussian blue. For purple, add a little of the blue to the turmeric.
For Bottle Caps, etc.—
| I.— | Gum gutta | 10 parts |
|---|---|---|
| Shellac | 100 parts | |
| Turpentine | 10 parts | |
| Alcohol | 450 parts | |
| II.— | Gum gutta | 40 parts |
| Dragon’s blood | 5 parts | |
| Alcoholic extract of sandalwood | 5 parts | |
| Sandarac | 75 parts | |
| Venice turpentine | 25 parts | |
| Alcohol, 95 per cent | 900 parts |
Mix and dissolve by the aid of a gentle heat.