Facts 925 silver

What does 925 Sterling silver mean?

Silver, which in Latin is called Argentum, is a metallic element that belongs to the group of precious metals and the group of coin metals. Silver is used for jewelry , silverware and ornamental items but more than 60% of the available silver is consumed in the electronics and photographic industries.

The most common quality of silver in jewelry is called 925 sterling silver and consists of 92.5% silver, the remaining percentage is copper and other metals.
Sterling silver is declared in silver jewelry with the stamp 925. This is what we usually call real silver.
Silver in its purest form is very soft, which is why it is mixed with other metals to create durable jewelry and products.
The limit for being called silver is at a silver content of 83%, the remaining 17% is usually copper. 830 silver is called workshop silver and is the most common fineness in table silver.
925 Sterling silver is whiter and softer to work with than sterling silver and is best suited for jewelry making.

925 stamp

Are you going to buy a silver piece of jewelry but are unsure if the jewelry is made of real silver? Look for a stamp with the numbers 925. It is often located on the back of the piece of jewelry or on the inside of rings. Silver chains are usually stamped near the clasp.
The stamp means that the jewelry is made of 925 sterling silver, which is considered genuine silver.

Frequently asked questions about silver

What does 925 sterling silver mean?
Jewelry with the 925 silver stamp consists of 92.5% pure silver. The remaining percentage is copper and other metals. Silver in its purest form is very soft. Therefore, silver is mixed with other metals to obtain durable jewelry and products. Sterling silver is declared in silver jewelry with the 925 stamp. This is what we usually call real silver.

Can you shower with 925 silver?
Silver is water resistant and you can shower with real silver jewelry. If your jewelry has stones or pearls, be more careful. Avoid swimming in chlorinated water and swimming in oceans or lakes, which can discolor the silver.

How do you know that a piece of jewelry is real silver?
Genuine 925 sterling silver jewelry should be stamped with 925. The stamp is often on the inside of the jewelry or on the back. Silver chains usually have a 925 stamp on the clasp.

Can silver rust?
No, silver cannot rust. However, silver can oxidize. Oxidizing means that the silver darkens in color. This is often because the jewelry has not been worn for a long time and the metal has been exposed to humidity. A silver jewelry that has darkened can usually be polished. Clean it with a polish intended for silver.

Silver and nickel allergy
Most people can tolerate jewelry made from precious metals such as silver, gold, and platinum. Genuine silver jewelry is classified as nickel-free.

"Nickel should not be present in real silver. Sensitive people can sometimes experience an allergy anyway, but then it is due to substances other than nickel in the silver. Sterling silver is an alloy of silver and copper that people with nickel allergies can often use without problems."
Source: Swedish Chemicals Agency

Jewelry - Historical facts

Jewelry has been worn throughout history to adorn the body. For thousands of years, jewelry has also been a symbol of other values such as wealth, religion, status, or cultural affiliation.
The very first jewelry was made from hair and bone.
In the late 1880s, a narrow black silk ribbon around the neck was considered an expression of independence.
The wearer of jewelry has historically been as much a male as a female phenomenon. Our most common types of jewelry are necklaces , bracelets , rings and earrings . More recently, jewelry such as charms , ear-cuffs and piercings have become popular. Today, watches are also widely considered jewelry.

/ Mila Silver