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2. Argentium sterling silver - Wikipedia

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   Argentium silver (patented in 1998) [1] is a brand of modern tarnish-resistant silver alloys, containing either 93.5%, 94% or 96% silver.Argentium alloys replace some of the copper in the traditional sterling silver (92.5% silver + 7.5% copper) with the metalloid germanium.

3. Here’s How to Clean Silver Jewelry the Right Way (And ... - AOL

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   Luckily, keeping your silver pieces looking their best isn't too difficult with the right know-how. Below, we tapped two experts for everything you need to know about how to clean silver jewelry ...

4. Sterling silver - Wikipedia

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   Sterling silver is an alloy composed by weight of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper. The sterling silver standard has a minimum millesimal fineness of 925. Tiffany & Co. pitcher ( c. 1871 ) having paneled sides and repoussé design with shells, scrolls and flowers; top edge is repousse arrowhead leaf design

5. Jewellery cleaning - Wikipedia

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   Jewelry made from gold and sterling silver are examples of jewelry that can be cleaned at home, while platinum should not be due to how at-risk platinum is of scratching. Jewelry with gemstones such as diamonds or sapphires can be cleaned at home as well using mild soap and warm water.

6. How to Spot The Best Vintage Jewelry in Thrift Stores ... - AOL

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   For example, 10k, 14k, and 18k mean 10-carat, 14-carat, and 18-carat gold, and 925 indicates sterling silver. You may also see a maker’s mark, which provides information on who made the piece ...

7. Conservation and restoration of silver objects - Wikipedia

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   Tarnish is a chemical reaction on the surface of metal (copper, brass, silver, etc.) and causes a layer of corrosion. In the case of silver tarnish, the silver combines with sulfur and forms silver sulfide (Ag 2 S), which is black. The original silver surface can be restored if the layer of silver sulfide is removed. [4]