Electrum
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Electrum is a rare metal once used in lightsaber construction as a sign of Force mastery. It was mined on several planets, including Abregado-rae. Only one lightsaber is confirmed to have this metal in it Jedi Master Mace Windu's unique lightsaber.
Electrum was also used to make jewelry.
[edit] Behind the scenes
- Electrum in real life is a naturally-occurring alloy of primarily gold with silver, copper, and a few other metals. It was popularly used by ancient cultures (such as the Egyptians) for decoration, coins and other uses, and was amongst the first metals used by humankind.
[edit] Appearances
- Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
- Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
- Coruscant Nights II: Street of Shadows (Possible appearance)
- Agents of Chaos II: Jedi Eclipse (First appearance)
