A simple Note on Silver Jewelry

Precious Stone - Silver

For thousands of years, Silver has been known and used frequnetly, It was also believed to have magical ability which could promote healing and bring good luck and prosperity.



In The early ancient times, silver was used for jewelry, ornaments, utensils, and as a important substance that could be bartered for other goods and services. This belief that silver had an underlying "value" led eventually to its use as the basis for monetary systems such as that of the Roman Empire and as a means of paying for international trade.



Silver is the most reflective and affordable of the precious metals. Its lower price permits bold, innovative looks. Sterling silver jewelry is often fashioned by top designers and can range in price from hundreds to thousands of dollars.



Sterling silver is the standard of quality for jewelry containing 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper.


Common Silver Marks

General - Sterling Silver
American - 925
European - 935
French - 800
Russian - 88 or 84


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