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Thread 528/08
Is "Sterling" still used to mark silver?
My husband says that silver is no longer marked with the word "sterling" and hasn't been since the 1950's. Is this correct? Thanks.
Ellen Aranzahobbyist - Hemet, California, USA
August 6, 2009
publicly reply to Ellen Aranza
First of two simultaneous responses --
It can not be stamped sterling unless it is. Several 3rd world countries supply silver and it is cheaper for them to cut the amount of silver with a cheaper metal and still have it look OK. Sterling is still a recognized item, but it is getting harder to find.
James Watts- Navarre, Florida
August 10, 2009
publicly reply to James Watts
Second of two simultaneous responses --
Sterling is still being used as well as Silver, Sterling Silver, Solid Silver, Ster., and .925 and all these terms mean the item is at least 925/1000ths pure silver.
Neil BellAlbuquerque, New Mexico
August 10, 2009
publicly reply to Neil Bell
Thank you for your helpful responses. Sincerely appreciate your time.
Ellen Aranza- Hemet, California, USA
August 19, 2009
publicly reply to Ellen Aranza
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