How can you tell if something is real sterling silver?

The easiest way to tell if sterling silver is real is by finding the imprint on your piece. Rings, necklaces, and bracelets made of sterling silver will have a “925” stamp somewhere. On rings, the stamp is usually on the inside band. Bracelets and necklaces will often have them on the clasp or on a seperate charm.

Is sterling silver always marked?

Sterling components and jewelry made in the USA are often stamped sterling. Goods made for international trade are often marked 925 indicating the 92.5% fineness. Coin silver is used in some countries and could be marked 900 or 800 depending on fineness.

How can you test sterling silver at home?

If you are also testing silver bars at home, a sliding test with magnets can be used to find out if it is real silver. You can conduct the test by angling the silver bar at a 45-degree angle and slide the magnet down the surface of the bar. The magnet should slide down slowly.

How do you Untarnish sterling silver?

Clean Sterling Silver with Baking Soda Mix two parts baking soda to one part water to make a paste, then gently rub the mixture onto the jewelry. Let the paste dry completely to remove the tarnish. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth or microfiber towel. You can also follow a similar method using cornstarch.

Can I wear sterling silver everyday?

Can you wear sterling silver every day? The simple answer is yes. You can (and should) wear your sterling silver as much as possible.

How long will sterling silver last?

If wore all the time, On average, sterling silver rings last between 20-30 years, if well maintained, but If only worn occasionally and properly stored they will last forever.

Can you shower with sterling silver?

Though showering with sterling silver jewelry on should not harm the metal, there is a good chance that it could induce tarnishing. Waters that contain chlorine, salts, or harsh chemicals will affect the look of your sterling silver. We encourage our customers to remove your sterling silver before showering.

What is price of sterling silver today?

You can usually find this value online at financial statistics websites or precious metals dealers. At the time of this writing, the current value of silver is $16.56 per ounce.

Can you pawn sterling silver?

Some people who inherit sterling silver flatware choose to sell or pawn it. While not as valuable as gold, it can still be worth pawning or selling your silver, especially as fewer people are using sterling silver flatware as utensils.

Is it OK to sleep with sterling silver?

Can You Sleep With a Silver Necklace on? As with gold, if you are not bothered with something on your neck, then feel free to wear to sleep with a silver necklace. If your piece is fragile, you should consider removing it before you sleep. And, choose sterling silver to avoid any potential allergic reactions.