Does anyone know how excatly the dash insert was painted with the metal flakes in it? Were the metal flakes gold leaf or brass? I have my panel all apart and thought it would be a good time to paint it even though it looks ok as it is, but the metal flakes are all gone from years of cleaning.

28 Chevy LO Capitol 1 ton, 28 National 2 dr coach, 71 Chevy Custom Camper 3/4 ton. Also 23 Oldsmobile Economy truck and a 24 Olds sport touring.