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Lets Talk Silver Series

Today we are going to continue our series on the uses of silver. What is the first thing you think about when you hear the word silver? For me, I immediately think of my grandmothers silver tea set that sits proudly on her buffet in the dining room. It has so many uses.

One of its first uses was in currency. It is a metal that does not easily corrode so it is great conductor of electricity. It is flexible and also a great conductor of heat. I was surprised to learn that most switches and electrical appliances all have contacts that are made of silver. Silver is also used in materials for photography.

You may be surprised to know that of the world's usage of silver, only 14 percent is used for silverware and jewelry. This is where sterling silver comes into play. In order to make it more durable and stronger, 5% copper is added to 95% pure silver and that is how you come up with "sterling silver." It has reflective qualities and malleability which makes it extremely attractive in using it in decorative items and jewelry. When purchasing a piece of jewelry, one of the first things we do to make sure that it is true sterling silver is to check for the stamp that is usually placed near the clasp. It simply states 3 numbers, …925 and having that somewhere on your piece of jewelry makes it authentic.

Many people who have allergies or reactions to certain kinds of metal will tend to choose something more pure like gold or sterling silver. That is ...read more.

Interchangeable Jade Sterling Silver Ring

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