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Sterling silver is sometimes marked 925. It is often marked 925 because it contains 92.5% silver and 7.5% of other metals. Pure silver is too soft to make anything useful with.
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Is pure gold 22 carrot true or false?
False. Pure gold is 24 karat.
Is a piece of jewelry marked silver really sterling?
Not necessarily. Sterling silver is typically marked "925" to indicate it contains 92.5% silver. If a piece is simply marked "silver," it may not be sterling and could be a lower quality silver alloy or plated with silver.
Is it true ony silver atoms are in pure silver?
No, pure silver consists of silver atoms arranged in a crystalline structure. However, there may be impurities present in the form of different atoms or compounds depending on the purity level of the silver.
Why is your sterling silver ring making your finger turn green?
True sterling silver will not leave green marks on your finger. Sterling from North America is fine silver ( .999 pure) a .925 % and copper makes of the rest of the alloy. Other locations will ofter mix fine silver with nickel. I assume whatever metal your ring is made of it oxidizing and the oxidation is rubbing off onto your skin causing a green mark to show.
What is 935 on silver mean?
935 is the purity for Argentium silver. Argentium silver is NOT sterling silver. It is a different alloy which has germanium in it which makes it less prone to tarnishing. Sterling is an alloy that has more copper in it. The copper is added to fine silver in order to make it stronger.
What is the difference between dead-soft and half-hard sterling silver wire?
Dead-soft sterling silver wire is very malleable and easy to bend, making it ideal for intricate wirework and shaping. Half-hard sterling silver wire is more rigid and holds its shape better, making it suitable for making jewelry components that require a bit more strength and stability. The choice between the two depends on the specific design and techniques being used.
Are Table sugar and table salt are pure substances true or false?
it is not true it is a chemical reaction
What does a crown hallmark mean on a silver ring?
it means it is true or pure
The Old Lights supported a return to pure and basic Puritan beliefs true or false?
true? no this is false it is the new light that wanted to return to the puritan beliefs
Is 925 sterling silver from China true sterling?
Hi,you can check your `sterling silver` jewellery from China with these easy tricks:You may test it with nitric acid. In an inconspicuous place on the item, lightly scratch or scuff a small spot and apply a tiny drop of nitric acid to the spot. Silver plated brass, nickel silver or low quality silver alloys will turn green when a drop of nitric acid is applied because of the high copper content. Sterling will turn a creamy color. If it turns black, it is coin silver. When testing items you suspect may be silver plated, use a small file to cut through any plating or lacquer in a discreet area on the item. If you see a gold color, you can assume it is brass that has been silver plated.Another test is to use a magnet. Sterling silver will not stick to a magnet, but just because the piece does not stick does not mean that it is sterling silver. Therefore, use this only as a secondary test.
True or False pure gold is very toxic?
FALSE, Pure gold is non-toxic and non-irritating when ingested and is sometimes used as a food decoration in the form of gold leaf.
How to clean sterling silver rings?
To clean sterling silver rings, create a mixture of mild dish soap and warm water. Gently scrub the ring with a soft-bristled brush or cloth to remove dirt and tarnish. Rinse the ring thoroughly with clean water and dry it with a soft cloth. Alternatively, you can use a silver polishing cloth or silver cleaning solution specifically designed for sterling silver.
