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real versus Fake silver Jewelry

10/4/2022

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One question I get asked a lot at markets is, "Is this jewelry real silver"? I am asked this because customers tell me they have skin sensitivities to certain metals. I can relate because if I wear costume jewelry my skin will break out in a rash.  The jewelry I create is real silver. It's also known as sterling silver and pure silver. If you are ever wondering how to test your silver jewelry, read below to find out three ways to see if it's real.
Silver Plated Circular Beads and Chain Necklace
Silver Plated Beads and Chain Necklace

3 Ways to Test for Real Silver

1. look for markings or stamps on silver Jewelry

Sterling Silver .925 Ball Chain Necklace
925 Marking Indicates Sterling Silver
Made in Italy Hallmark Ball Chain Necklace
Hallmark Indicates Chain is Made in Italy
The easiest way is to look for small stamps on each piece of silver jewelry. It is .925 for sterling silver and .999 for pure silver jewelry. These numbers show the level of purity of the silver. But what if I can't see these numbers?

2. magnetic test for Real Silver

Take a magnet to your silver jewelry. If it sticks to your earrings, rings, necklaces or bracelets , it is not REAL silver. Jewelry made of sterling and pure silver will not stick to a magnet. Silver-plated jewelry will stick as most of the metal contained in it is other forms of metal like brass.

3. The Flake test for real Silver

Scratch your jewelry with your fingernail. Do you see another material below it? That means your jewelry piece is silver-plated with a thin layer of silver. It is not sterling or pure silver. This is also known as silver electroplating.
Brass Jump Rings on Black Charm Bracelet
Overtime Silver Plating Wears Off Jump Rings and Brass is Underneath
Come visit Clay Tulips by C for silver jewellery! All handmade by me!
Clay Tulips by C
Take care and enjoy the Beauty of Nature!
​Cheryl
2 Comments
Mary
10/22/2022 02:36:46 pm

Thank you for letting me know that you have sensitivities to jewellery too. I wanted to let you know I put in pair of stud earrings from a big brand and by the end of the day my ears were red.I am so happy with Cheryl's earrings because I can put them in my ears with no reaction. Thanks so much!

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cheryl
10/22/2022 02:41:09 pm

Thank you so much for writing this comment. I am so sorry to hear about your reaction. I am guessing that there is nickel in the stud earrings. I am glad to hear you can wear Clay Tulips earrings which are hypoallergenic and nickel free.

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