What metal did the Egyptians begin to use before the end of the period?

In ancient times, the Egyptian state was the center of the most advanced civilization. The Egyptians were the first to learn how to work metal. In the beginning it was copper, household items and other tools were made from it. Later they mastered a harder metal – bronze. Weapons were also made from it. In addition, the Egyptians knew how to process gold, which served as a material for creating jewelry, casting statues and other purposes.