"EP" on silver typically stands for "electroplated," indicating that the item is not solid silver but rather coated with a thin layer of silver through electroplating. "NS" may stand for "Nickel Silver," which is an alloy of nickel, copper, and zinc that closely resembles silver but does not actually contain any silver.
No, EP NS typically does not indicate that something is silver. EP stands for electroplated, meaning that the item is plated with a layer of silver. NS usually means "nickel silver," which is a base metal alloy containing nickel, copper, and zinc, not real silver.
EP brass is not real silver. EP stands for electroplated, which means that the brass has been coated with a thin layer of silver using an electroplating process. This gives the appearance of silver but the base metal is still brass.
Ns doesn't have a specific meaning in the periodic table. Elements in the periodic table are represented by their chemical symbol, atomic number, and atomic mass. If you're referring to a specific element or compound denoted as "Ns," please provide more context.
LS 925 on silver jewelry indicates that it is sterling silver, which is composed of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals for added durability. This hallmark is a standard marking for authenticity and quality assurance.
92.5 percent pure silver. MO stands for Modena Italy
No, EP NS typically does not indicate that something is silver. EP stands for electroplated, meaning that the item is plated with a layer of silver. NS usually means "nickel silver," which is a base metal alloy containing nickel, copper, and zinc, not real silver.
Electro-plated nickel silver
Okay - I'm no expert but... 1898 would suggest the year of manufacture. EP would suggest 'electroplating' - meaning the piece is not solid silver, but a thin veneer of pure silver electrostatically plated over a cheaper metal. NS suggests the base piece is made from an alloy of Nickel Silver.
The EP on Gorham silver means "electro plating". It is not a sterling silver piece.
Nickel Silver
Silver - EP - was created in 2004.
It is nickel silver... no actual silver content.
Silver - Minuit EP - was created in 1999.
EP on metal items usually refers to electro plated ie silver plated.
Electro plated in Korea.
An acorn symbol on a piece of EP, or electroplated, silver is most likely a maker's mark. If the acorn is accompanied by an oak leaf, the maker could be Gilbert Oakes.
Electro-plated on Britannia metal