History And Hallmarks
Making jewelry and currency out of sterling silver has been a practice for a very long time—since around the 12th century to be more accurate. Silver coins from this era were referred to as “Easterlings,” especially in the cattle markets. Eventually, the name was shortened to “Sterling” which is now used to denote the highest grade of silver. Fondly referred to as “the metal of the moon,” because of its milky white and greyish color, sterling silver is commonly stamped with what’s known as a hallmark. The hallmark indicates the amount of pure silver content, and sometimes denotes the date of completion and country of origin. And under federal law, it must be accompanied by a maker’s mark or registered trademark. Acceptable quality marks for sterling silver include:
Sterling
Sterling silver
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0.925
Common Uses For Sterling Silver In Jewelry
Sterling Silver Necklaces
Due to sterling silver’s light weight and its durable properties, this alloy is one of the most popular among craftspeople.
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Sterling Silver Earrings
From studs to hoops to dangles, and everything in between, earrings crafted in sterling silver are lightweight and very comfortable to wear compared to styles made with heavier metals. This makes sterling silver universally popular among craftspeople and consumers alike.
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