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Argentium Silver is described as "the finest silver". The reason is that it is always purer than traditional silver as it is offered in two grades of quality, namely 93.5% and 96% pure silver, while traditional sterling silver is just 92.5%. Argentium's natural colour is extremely high-white, it is brighter than traditional silver. Often the traditional sterling silver sold in the high street is plated with a thin layer of pure silver to give the temporary illusion of being whiter than it really is. Traditional silver is actually very pale yellow in colour, this becomes apparent the moment the plating wears off. Argentium however has the whiteness of pure silver through and through. To further support the 'finest silver' description, Argentium is easier to keep clean than traditional silver as it is far more resistant to tarnishing. The company behind Argentium say it guarantees that it is has a responsible and green policy and that Argentium is only made from recycled silver. The raw silver used in its manufacture is never mined. Argentium is also nickel free.

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What is the English name for argentium?

Silver. Argentium comes from the Latin for silver, which is Argentum. Hence the chemical symbol for silver is 'Ag'. NB The country 'Argentine' is so named as the first Spanish explorers found silver there.


What kind of metal do you use to kill a vampire?

In folklore, a variety of metals like silver, iron, and steel have been associated with killing vampires. However, in contemporary fiction and popular culture, there is no specific metal that is universally identified as a vampire-killing weapon.


What makes sterling silver tarnish?

exposure to substances which react with the surface of the metal, usually sulphur. Sterling silver is .925 (925%) pure silver. The other .75 is made up of an alloy consisting mainly of copper which oxidizes over time. When copper is exposed to oxygen, it darkens and eventually turns green. Sterling silver doesn't usually turn green but will turn almost black if not protected. Fine silver or .999 silver doesn't tarnish. Argentium silver is a new type of sterling silver that is tarnish-resistant. Only certain chemicals will tarnish Argentium but it will not tarnish from oxidation. Some metals that contain little to no silver are branded with names that make it seem like real silver. One of these metals is nickle silver, which doesn't contain any silver at all.


Will Sterling Silver tarnish if you are on Antobotics?

Silver tarnishing is a reaction of silver with oxygen to create silver oxide, silver's version of rust.Silver is antimicrobial, but the bacteria have nothing to do whatsoever with the silver tarnishing.So YES, silver will tarnish as long as it has contact with oxygen....and before someone chimes in, argentium sterling also tarnishes, just much more slowly.


Why is silver called Ag on the periodic table?

Ag is an abbreviation of Argentum - the Latin word for silver.

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Is argentinian silver the same as sterling silver?

Argentium silver uses a different silver alloy that what is contained in sterling silver. Argentium is actually a bit more pure than sterling.


What is the English word for argentium?

the english name is silverthe abbreviation is Ag


What is the English name for argentium?

Silver. Argentium comes from the Latin for silver, which is Argentum. Hence the chemical symbol for silver is 'Ag'. NB The country 'Argentine' is so named as the first Spanish explorers found silver there.


Is hallmark 935 platinum or silver?

935 is the purity for Argentium silver. Argentium silver is NOT sterling silver. It is a different alloy which has germanium in it which makes it less prone to tarnishing. Sterling is an alloy that has more copper in it. The copper is added to fine silver in order to make it stronger.


What is the origin of the element Ag Silver?

Its origin is form Latin. The Latin word for silver is argentium


What is 935 on silver mean?

935 is the purity for Argentium silver. Argentium silver is NOT sterling silver. It is a different alloy which has germanium in it which makes it less prone to tarnishing. Sterling is an alloy that has more copper in it. The copper is added to fine silver in order to make it stronger.


What is A925 jewelry marking?

Argentium sterling silver, often marked A925, is a silver alloy composed of smelting 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper, and a pinch of germanium.


What kind of metal do you use to kill a vampire?

In folklore, a variety of metals like silver, iron, and steel have been associated with killing vampires. However, in contemporary fiction and popular culture, there is no specific metal that is universally identified as a vampire-killing weapon.


What is 5925 on jewelry?

In jewelry, "5925" typically refers to a specific type of sterling silver known as "Argentium" silver. It contains 92.5% silver and 7.5% of other metals, usually copper. This alloy is prized for its tarnish-resistant properties and bright, shiny finish. The number may also indicate a hallmark or identification mark for the metal's quality.


What makes sterling silver tarnish?

exposure to substances which react with the surface of the metal, usually sulphur. Sterling silver is .925 (925%) pure silver. The other .75 is made up of an alloy consisting mainly of copper which oxidizes over time. When copper is exposed to oxygen, it darkens and eventually turns green. Sterling silver doesn't usually turn green but will turn almost black if not protected. Fine silver or .999 silver doesn't tarnish. Argentium silver is a new type of sterling silver that is tarnish-resistant. Only certain chemicals will tarnish Argentium but it will not tarnish from oxidation. Some metals that contain little to no silver are branded with names that make it seem like real silver. One of these metals is nickle silver, which doesn't contain any silver at all.


Who named Argentina?

There is no one person who named Argentina. In the early 1800's (before Argentina became an independent nation) the people of Buenos Aires were called "argentinos" which means people from silver. This is because there is a very large river in Buenos Aires called the Rio de la Plata, "the river of silver." Therefore the people were called "argentinos" because in Latin the word for silver is "argentium."


What is cock's comb?

Cockscomb is the common name of the Celosia plant (Celosia argentium)