Copper has a long, rich history with mankind.

It was the first metal to be used by humans, to be smelted from its ore and to be cast into a shape from a mold.

When the subject of licensing comes up, there are a multitude of opinions about what it is, what it means and how it should be handled. Sometimes those ideas are rooted in flawed information.

It’s difficult enough trying to juggle all of the variables involved with gluing on a horseshoe, but try doing it when the leg and foot come off.