[Jewelry making - Article 00529] - [Orchid] Sterling Silver Definition

[fishbre396]

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    Once again, the discussion of what is STERLING SILVER has appeared in
    one of the metal clay groups. Several writers there insist that
    Sterling Silver is 92.5 Fine Silver and the rest can be any other
    metal. One person posted a law that states the above. 

    So, my question is: Does the above definition apply to Hollow Ware
    rather than Jewelry grade Sterling Silver? I seem to remember reading
    a long discussion regarding this issue. 

    I know that in Europe the use of Nickle is not allowed in Sterling.
    But what about in the USA? Some manufacturers insist that their
    product is "nickle compliant." What about sheet and wire products;
    are they also "nickle compliant?" 

    Along with that, let me also ask: Is Argentinium Silver called
    Sterling Silver? When selling items made Argentinium, can they be
    stamped .925? or Sterling? If not, how would one mark items made
    from the non-tarnishing alloy? 

Thanks in advance!

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