Which property of metals makes them suitable for use in jewellery?

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Metals has a unique property that they can be drawn into thin sheets. This property is called as malleability. Since, gold and silver are most malleable metals, this property makes them suitable for jewellery. Their lustre adds to the beauty of jewellery.

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