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How do I know if my jewelry is real silver?

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How do I know if my jewelry is real silver?
To know if your jewelry is real silver, look for hallmarks. Real silver pieces typically feature markings such as “925,” “999,” “STER” or “STERLING.” The magnet test may also be helpful. Because silver isn't magnetic, jewelry that attracts a magnet is unlikely to be solid silver, though it may feature silver plating. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can perform additional tests to help you identify what your jewelry is made of. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of silver jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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New 9.5 Carat Sunset Sapphire 24k Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 6.25. The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just exquisite. It is a highly rated stone. It is an oval cut stone and is 9.5 Carats The main stone is 13.5 mm x 11....
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

New JCM Italy 14k White Gold Over Sterling Silver 925 Brutalist Ring Size 8
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous and unique ring this is!! I just love the asymmetrical design it has and it is so comfortable on the finger. It has shiny specs all over which really adds to its a...
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2010s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver, White Gold

LB offers Vintage Tibetan inlaid Bead Venetian vintage Coral SS Glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers Vintage Silver and Lapis Lazuli and coral inlaid Tibetan center Bead necklace. A string of Japanese vintage Imari ceramic beads, Vintage Venetian Mille Fiore glass beads, d...
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Mid-20th Century Tibetan Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Coral, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate

New 9.87 Carat Sunset Sapphire & Diamond Cut Yellow Gold PL Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7.25. The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just exquisite. It is a highly rated stone. It is an oval cut stone and is 9.87 Carats The main stone is 13.5 mm x 12...
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

New JCM Italy 14k Gold Over Sterling Silver 925 Wide Freeform Band Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous and unique ring this is!! I just love the asymmetrical design it has and it is so comfortable on the finger. It has shiny specs all over which really adds to its a...
Category

2010s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

New 13.86 Carat 66 Ruby 14K Gold PL Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Eagan, MN
This bracelet is really beautiful. It's truly a glamorous statement bracelet. The stones are from Africa, and they are oval cut rubies that measure 5 x 3 mm and total 13.86 carats...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

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