Good example, Ex!
Artists who work in metal sculpture have for hundreds of years developed techniques to artificially patinate metals. Bronze, copper, Brass, silver.... all can be made to look "old". The techniques and recipes us heat, flames, and a whole college chemistry class worth of various acids, salts, and other assorted ingredients. There is a LOT of trial and error, and patience. It is a skill/hobby unto itself. How much time do you want to spend ?
I work in Architecture. Verdigris on copper is a desirable look. I have seen some go to great lengths to make a brand new shiny copper roof on a historic building look old. The main ingredient of the old timers recipe? Yup. Horse piss.