Parts silver per thousand.
Antiko 800 is a German silver mark of 800/1000 silver.
It means the piece is 800 parts per 1000.Or simply put 80% silver and 20% of some other metal ,usually copper for strength. Stirling silver has to be .925 or 92.5% silver to qualify as Stirling
what countries use the 800 hallmark on their silver jewlery
I don't know, but I have what looks like a very old sterling silver pin. It is only marked SGW. Wish I knew!
This means that the item is 80% silver and 20% alloy. Sterling silver is 92.5% Silver and 7.5% alloy. Many silver items produced in Mexico are marked 800 or 80.0.
It depends solely on the piece- 800 could be 800/1000 silver or 800/1000 gold- If the piece is silver, it's likely an older European piece.. If the piece is gold it's likely French 19k gold (EXTREMELY uncommon, but still can be found today.)
Yes 800 is valuable as it is 80% silver is worth 80% of what ever the spot or stock market value is for 999 silver
BA 800 on jewelry indicates that the piece is made of 800 parts per 1,000 of silver, meaning it is 80% pure silver. The remaining 20% typically consists of other metals, often copper, to enhance durability. This standard is common in various countries, particularly in Europe, and signifies a high-quality silver item, although it is not as pure as sterling silver, which is 92.5% silver.
928 is likely the purity of the silver that the piece contains in parts per thousand. Most American silver is marked 925, German silver 800 or 830, etc.
The marking "800" on a spoon typically indicates that the spoon is made of 800 silver, which means it contains 80% silver and 20% other metals. This standard is commonly used in European silverware, denoting its quality and authenticity. The higher the silver content, the more valuable the piece is considered. Always check for additional markings to determine the exact origin and quality of the silver.
The "401" mark on a sterling silver pin indicates the purity of the silver used in the item. Specifically, it denotes that the pin is made of 41% silver, which is a lower standard than the typical 92.5% silver content found in sterling silver (which is usually stamped as "925"). This marking suggests that the item may not be considered true sterling silver, and consumers should be cautious regarding its quality and value. Always verify the specific context and manufacturer details for accurate identification.
An 800 stamp on a cameo indicates that the piece is made of silver that is 80% pure, which is equivalent to 800 parts per thousand. This mark reflects the quality of the silver used in the jewelry, distinguishing it from sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure. Cameos with this marking are often associated with European craftsmanship, particularly from Italy and Germany, where such standards are commonly used.