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I assume you are thinking of taking a bunch of old silver plated items, removing the silver and selling it as sterling.
However, it's not feasible to do that. There are acids that will dissolve the silver, but all of them will also dissolve the copper or brass underneath the silver plate, so you will still have to send it to a refiner before you can sell it. The cost of the acid plus the cost of the refiner is approximately 42 times the value of the silver you would obtain, making it economically unfeasible to make a profit from removing the silver from silver plated items.
What else can I help you with?
Is silverware real silver?
no Silverware is a "catchall" phrase to describe items made of silver including cutlery, decanters, bon-bon dishes etc, so, yes, silverware IS silver. Some items of tableware are, however, made from plated silver and are normally stamped "EPNS" or plate. These items are NOT silver - only silver plated
Is silverware made of silver?
Before 1840 "silverware" was made of silver, but now we use the word to refer to both real silver utensils and everyday flatware, which may be silver plated or, more commonly, stainless steel.
What elements are found in silverware?
Silverware typically consists of stainless steel, which is a combination of iron, chromium, and nickel. Silver-plated silverware is made from a base metal such as copper or brass coated with a layer of silver. Some high-end silverware may be made from sterling silver, which is an alloy of silver containing 92.5% by weight of silver and 7.5% by weight of other metals such as copper.
Is stainless silverware real silver?
Real silver is much shinier than stainless steel, which is typically what consumers purchase as silverware. Unless your silverware is only used for special occasions, you are most likely using stainless steel.
Is Sheffield silver pure silver or silver plate?
Sheffield silver refers to a type of silverware produced in Sheffield, England. It can be either solid sterling silver or silver-plated. Solid Sheffield silver items are made of pure silver, while silver-plated pieces have a layer of silver over another base metal.
Is silverware real silver?
no Silverware is a "catchall" phrase to describe items made of silver including cutlery, decanters, bon-bon dishes etc, so, yes, silverware IS silver. Some items of tableware are, however, made from plated silver and are normally stamped "EPNS" or plate. These items are NOT silver - only silver plated
Is 1835 r wallace silverware silver or plated?
rose pattern
Is william rogers silverware real silver?
What percentage of silver is Rogers&bro silverware
How do you know if your silverware is real silver or plated and What is the market value on silver silverware?
To determine if your silverware is real silver or plated, look for markings such as "925," "sterling," or "solid silver," which indicate genuine silver. If it is plated, it may have markings like "EP" (electroplated) or "silver plate." The market value of silver silverware varies based on factors such as the current price of silver, the condition, age, and craftsmanship of the items, but as of 2023, sterling silver typically ranges from $20 to $50 per ounce, while antique or designer pieces can fetch significantly higher prices.
What is your silver plated christening cup worth as scrap silver?
Absolutly NOTHING. I just gave away a 12 peice set of plated silverware. The silver shop was not interested.
How do you strip silver plate silverware?
You don't. It costs more to recover the silver from a plated item than the value of the silver.
Is antique silverware that is only marked sterling plated?
Sterling means that an item is solid silver of a certain quality, not plated.
Is Community silverware silver or plated?
The silverware used in the TV show "Community" is not real silver; it is typically stainless steel or a similar metal, often designed to resemble silver but is actually plated. The show's focus on humor and absurdity means that the props, including silverware, are chosen for practicality and appearance rather than authenticity.
Is community silverware sterling silver?
Community silverware is typically not sterling silver; it is often made from stainless steel or silver-plated materials. Sterling silver is defined as containing at least 92.5% pure silver, while community silverware is usually marked with terms like "Community" or "Community Plate," indicating it is silver-plated rather than solid sterling. Always check the markings to confirm the material.
What does xs triple mean on rogers bros silverware?
coated with silver 3 times but still only silver plated !
Is Holmes and Edwards silverware real silver?
Holmes and Edwards silverware is not made of solid silver but rather is typically silver-plated. The company was known for producing high-quality silver-plated flatware, often made of stainless steel with a thin layer of silver. While it may have the appearance of real silver, it does not have the same intrinsic value as solid silver items.
What has the author Stephen Helliwell written?
Stephen Helliwell has written: 'Understanding antique silver plate' -- subject(s): Silver-plated ware, Silverware 'Small silver tableware' -- subject(s): Catalogs, Silverware
