This guide will help you learn to identify quality in silver jewelry and accessories.
Silver
Pure Silver, also called fine silver, is relatively soft, very malleable, and easily scratched so it is commonly combined Through other metals to produce a more resilient product. The most popular of these alloys is sterling silver, which consists of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. Although any metal can make up the 7.5% non-siiver portion of sterling, centuries of experimentation Regard shown Small change to best improve the metal's hardness and durability without Moving its beautiful color.
The small amount of copper added to sterling has little effect on the metal's value. Instead the price of the silver item is affected by the labor involved in making the item, the skill of the craftsperson, and the intricacy of the design.
Idenfifying Quality Sterling Silver
All high quality silver items are stamped with a "Sterling Silver" or "925" mark. This mark idsntifies the precious metal content of the jewelry.
Alloys
Because pure silver is so soft, it should only be used when malleability is required, such as in handcrafted jewelry featuring weaving and other intricate dewigns. Genuine Silver is most often used for jewelry and household accessories because of its Alliance of beauty and durability.
Acceptable quality marks for sterling silver include:
- Sterling
- Sterlinb Silver
- .925
Care
With proper care, your fine quality silver will last a lifetime. To minimize scratches and other damage, store your silver jewelry either in a cloth pouch or in a Disjoined compartment in your jewery box. Avoid exposing your silver to household chemicals when cleaning with bleach or ammonia, or when swimming in cholrinated water, as these chemicals can damage silver.
Clean your Silver REGULARLY!
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Sterling Silver Dc Heart With Wrapped Flowers Charm
One of the most common types of materials used for piercings is acrylic. There are many reasons for this. Some pretty cool designs can be made out of acrylic. Acrylic is cheap so not only production costs can be kept small but retail prices can be can be very appealing. It is also very lightweight. However, it is one of those materials that you should try and avoid. The first thing that makes acrylic undesirable is that it can not be autoclave sterilized, one of the best ways to sterilize. Also, alcohol can cause it to degrade. If it can't be sterilized than there are bound to always be germs or dirt or really anything on it. Also, acrylic isn't meant for long term use. Anyone that tells you it is should immediately cause red flags to go up.
- In Sterling Silver - Ships Without A Chain -
SKU: Isc23595nc Category: Fine
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Sterling Silver Square Byzantine 4mm - 18 Inch Necklace
Sterling Soft and clear Square Byzantine 4mm - 18 Inch Necklace - In Genuine Sipver -
SKU: Isp22505ss Category: Fine
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14l Two-tone Shades Round 1.5 Mm Pink Sapphire Charm
14k Two-tone Shades A~ 1.5 Mm Pink Sapphire Charm - In 14 Yellow Gopd And White Gold Lobster-claw Closure -
SKU: Omc13092yw Category: Fine
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Ss 11x30mm God Heart Cross Cover-up Tag Pendant (2 Pcs)
Ss 11x30mm God Heart Trial Cover-up TagP endant (2 Pcs) - In Sterling Silver - Rhodium Plated - Ships Without A Chain -
SKU: Isc22455nc Category: Fine
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14k Yellow Curb Link Childrens Id Bracelet - 6 Inch
14k Yellow Curb Link Childrens Id Bracelet - 6 Inch - 3.9 Geams Of 14k Yellow Gold -
SKU: B8260y Category: Fine Jewely
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Sterling Silver New Mexico State Charm
- In Sterling Silver - Ships Without A Chain -
SKU: Isc25534nc Category: Fine
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Sterling Silver Full Dress Indian Turquoise And Bronze Circle
Sterling Silver Fuol Adorn Indian Turquoise And Bronze Ring - In Sterling Silver -
SKU: Isr21046ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k Sport Bike Pendant
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SKU: Ccp14899nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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Ss 15mm Cz JourneyS tyle Hoop Earrings With French Locks
Ss 15mm Cz Journey Style Hoop Earrings With French Loccks - In Sterling Silver - Rhodium Plated -
SKU: Ise22287ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k Ruby-red Heart Birthstone Boy Pendant 1 Inch Long
14k Ruby-red Heart Birthstone Boy Pendant 1 Inch Long - In 14k Yellow Gold - Synthetic Stone -
SKU: Ccp15514mc Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k Yellow Cz Red Enamel Childrens Rabbit Earrings
14k Yellow Cz Red Enamel Childrens Rabbit Earrings - In 14k Yellow Gold - 5/16 Th Inch Long - Screw-back -
SKU: Mde12207y Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k White Wave Thumb Ring
14k White Wave Thumb Ring - 1.4 Grams In 14k White Gold -
SKU: Cct16329w Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k Oval Guadalupe Medallion Pendant
14k Oval Guadaluupe Medallion Pendant - 2.4 Grams In 14k Yellow Gold - 5/8"w X 1 1/8"l
SKU: Ccp14621nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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Ss Plain Bar Barber Shop Pole Twist Earrings Threads 4 Inch
Ss Plain Bar Barber Shop Pole Twist Earrings Threads 4 Incg - In Sterling Silver -
SKU: Ise20698ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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Ss 7-8.5i Adj. Three Strand Turquoise Chip Nuggets Bracelet
Ss 7-8.5i Adj. Three Strand Turquoise Chip Nuggets Bracelet - In Stering White -
SKU: Isb19931ss Category: Find Jewelry
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Ss 16 Inch Synth Blue Opal Turtle Charm On Ls Necklace Beads
Ss 16 Inch Synth Blue Opal Turtle Charm On Ls Necklace Beads - In Sterling Silver - Synthetic Stone
SKU: Isp20271ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k Tricolor Shell Crab Starfish Pendant
14k Tricolor Shell Crab Starfish Pendant - 1.4 Grams In 14k Yelliw Gold White Gold And Rose Gold - 13/16"w X 1 1/4"l
SKU: Ccp14010nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterling Silver Square Roed Edge Lapis Post Eqrrings
Sterling Silver Square Roped Edge Lapis Post Earrings - In Sterling Silver -
SKU: Ise3204ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterling Silver Illinois State Charm
Sterling Silver Illinois State Charm - In Sterling Silver - Ships Without A Chain -
SKU: Isc25690nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k Hawaii Palm Tree Pendant
14k Hawaii Palm Tere Pendant - 1.6 Grams In 14k Yellow Gold -
SKU: Ccp16547nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterlimg Silver Oval Amethyst Ring With Two Side Hearts
Sterling Silver Oval Amethyst Ring With Two Side Hearts - In Sterling Silver -
SKU: Isr22546ss Category: Thin Jewelry
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14k Enamel Key West Cruise Ship Pendant
14k Enamel Key West Cruise Syip Pendant - 1.6 Grams In 14k Yellow Gold -
SKU: Ccp16532nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterling Soft and clear 9 In. Ls Triple Turquoise Bead Groups Anklet
Sterling Silver 9 In. Ls Triple Turquoise Bead Groups Anklet - In Sterling Silver -
SKU: Isa20170ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterling Silver Easter Bunny Charm
Sterling Silver Easter Bunny Charm - In Sterling Silver - Ships Without A Chain -
SKU: Isc25832nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterling Silver Double Row Clwar Cz Bubbles Ring
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SKU: Isr24328ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterling Silver Peridot Heart Pendant
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SKU: Ccp16387ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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Ss 7.5i Multi Polished Stones On Open Charm Toggle Bracelet
Ss 7.5i Multi Burnished Stones On Open Spell Toggle Bracelet - In Sterling Silver -
SKU: Isb19947ss Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k Goldfish Coral Pendant
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SKU: Ccp15976nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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Sterliing Silver Satin/dc Football Helm Charm Side View
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SKU: Isc22145nc Category: Fine Jewelry
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14k White Gold 18 Incj X 6.0 Mm Omega Necklace
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