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What s the difference between silver and sterling silver?
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The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
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Exquisite 925 Sterling Silver Ship Model of the 1492 Santa Maria
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stunning 925 sterling silver model of the Santa Maria is a tribute to one of the most iconic ships in
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Victorian Gilt Sterling Silver Ships Claret Jug - Charles
George Fox 1854
By Charles Thomas Fox
George Fox
Located in London, London
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Sterling silver ships decanter coaster made in London in 2004
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Hallmarked in London in 2004 by M. C. Hersey, this very handsome, Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver
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Very Large Antique Sterling Silver Ship Model - Hallmarked in 1925 - Silver Nef
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Pair of Art Deco Theodore Olsens Sterling Silver Viking Ship Salt Cellars
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maritime history.
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Spoons
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hallmarked with the Three crowns of Sweden followed by "925" designating the sterling silver content followed
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