Silver is a chemical element, it has symbol Ag.Most silver is produced as a byproduct of copper, gold, lead, and zinc refining.Silver is a shiny, lustrous metal that has been used by humans for over 5,000 years.The uses of silver first began in Anatolia of Turkey and Greece.There are many types of silver available in the market but the quality and value of silver varies depending on the amount of alloy.Silver is a valuable metal that comes in various purity levels.
Silver mines are available in Mexico,UoS, China, Peru, Chile, Australia, Poland and Bolivia.//
Sterling silver is an alloy composed by weight of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper,nickel or zinc.
If we see the number “925” on any silver jewelry, it is an indication that it is made of sterling silver. The number 925 represents the purity level of the silver used in the jewelry, which is 92.5%
925 silver means that it contains 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent alloy. Copper, nickel or zinc are usually mixed as two or more alloys.This alloy silver is also called sterling silver. //
Sterling silver begins to tarnish over time when exposed to moisture and a number of common chemicals, including sulfur found in air around cities, chlorine present in swimming pools or spas, and the natural acids on our skin.
925 sterling silver jewellery is generally hypoallergenic due to its composition and high silver purity.
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