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Did they ever place diamonds or precious stones in a sterling silver setting?
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∙ 13y ago
Sure.
In the past people would not see diamonds set in silver or turquoise in gold. Now you see both, though not very common.
Turquoise has been found in silver in the South West, thus associated with silver.
Sterling Silver is a bit soft for setting diamonds, thus the setting either has to have some gold in it, or copper or be very heavy ( the prongs) of something to make up for the softness of the sterling. Thus the exact same style that you see done in gold could not be done in sterling . That does not exclude the combination though
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Is it typical that diamonds be set in a sterling ring?
No. Gold is much more typical. but of course sterling silver is cheaper than gold, and a non discerning eye would probably not know it different from white gold, so when a ring is meant to be cost effective, sterling silver is sometimes used instead of gold. yes i have seen many rings with silver instead of gold. for a decent discount.
Is the 525 stamp used in precious metal jewelry and stainless steel?
I've heard that 525 actually is the symbol printed on jewelry made from real, sterling silver.
What kind of solution is sterling silver?
Sterling silver is not a solution, it is an alloyof silver containing 92.5% by weight of silver and 7.5% by weight of other metals, usually copper. The sterling silver standard has a minimum millesimal fineness of 925.
What does 925 K on jewelry mean?
Sterling silver. It is an alloy of silver containing 92.5% by mass of silver and 7.5% by mass of other metals, usually copper. Sterling silver is most often used for jewelry because of its combination of attractiveness and durability. Acceptable quality marks for sterling silver include: sterling, ster and .925.
What do the numbers on the bottom of a silver candelabra stand for?
Silver has other metels in it Sterling silver is represented by the numbers 925. That indicates. 92.5% sterling silver with the remaining 7.5% other metals
925 carry real diamonds?
925 is sterling silver. There are some designers (even Tiffany & Co) setting real diamonds in sterling, which can make diamond jewelry more affordable. If you aren't sure if your diamonds are real, you can take it to a jeweler to be tested.
What year did they stop setting diamonds in silver?
Diamonds are set in silver even today.
Can sterling silver hold diamonds?
Yes and other gems.
Value of 12 placesettings of sterling silver flatware?
how much sterling silver is in one place setting
Would a person put real diamonds on a sterling silver ring?
yes they would
What are the elements in silver jewelry?
it depends... generally, the most common and precious is Sterling Silver 925 which has 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals...
Is sterling silver nickel free?
Yes. Sterling silver is an alloy - silver is too soft to use on it's own, just like gold, and so they must alloy it with a non precious metal. Copper is usually used for this.
A tray I have is non-magnetic which makes me think it is sterling silver. How do you determine if something is silver plated or sterling silver?
In the US, sterling silver will ALWAYS be hallmarked with the word "sterling" or "925." Silver plated will never be hallmarked. Anything plated with a precious metal, no matter how thick the plating, will never be hallmarked.Neither sterling nor silverplate is magnetic, unless the plating is over a steel or iron core, which is rarely the case.
Where can one purchase online silver sterling charm bracelets?
Silver sterling charm bracelets can be find at Pandora. They offer a wide collection of charm bracelets or each can be customized and handcrafted with precious stones.
What percentage of silver is used to make Sterling silver?
Sterling silver is made up of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, typically copper. This composition is set to improve the durability, hardness, and luster of the silver while still retaining its precious metal value.
Is the price of sterling silver rising?
The price of silver (and other precious metal) bounces around. Sometimes it's rising; sometimes it's falling.
What does GM 925 stamped on a piece of gold jewelry with diamonds mean?
The 925 is an indication of sterling silver, not gold.
