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Why is sterling silver so cheap?
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Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
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New 4.25 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is a pear cut Aquamarine and is 4.25 carats. It measures 13.6 x 10 mm and has 2 beautiful diamond cut white sapphires on the filigree bail. They are all placed in a 925 st...
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$400 Sale Price
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New 5.40 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire 14k White Gold PL Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful solitaire ring with a great design. The stone is a round cut Blue Sapphire and is 5.40 carats and measures 10 mm. It is set in a bold 14k White Gold Plated 925...
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold
$280 Sale Price
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New 5.05 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love the beautiful color of the stone in this ring. The ring is a size 7.25 and just stunning. The main stone is a fancy cut oval cut amethyst stone and is 5.50 carats. It ...
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$280 Sale Price
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John Hardy Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Cabochon Crystal Earrings
By John Hardy
Located in New York, NY
Stunning estate John Hardy diamond, 18K yellow gold, sterling silver and cabochon crystal earrings
Provenance: from the estate of a noted New York City psychiatrist and collector of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
New 5.20 Carat Oval Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Ring Size 6.25
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful ring! The cut of this stone is just spectacular! The ring is a size 6.25. It is a beautiful fancy cut oval stone and is 5.20 carats. It a very high-quality stone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$300 Sale Price
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Charoite Long Necklace with Gilt Silver Charoite Clasp, 33.5"
Located in Chesterland, OH
Necklace Length: 33.5 inches (85 cm).
Bead Size: 12 mm smooth, round beads of excellent quality.
Total Weight: 168 grams (5.9 oz).
This necklace features beads with a unique and dee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Charoite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
