Sterling Silver and |
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Sterling Silver and BBN178
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About Silver100% solid silver won't tarnish but it is too soft to use for making jewelry - it could easily be scratched, dented and bent. Sterling silver has a small amount of one or more other metals usually copper, added to the silver. To be called sterling silver, the alloy must contain at least 92.5% pure silver. Sterling silver alloy is harder than pure silver but the added metals also can cause discoloration or tarnish. |
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Rescue Mission |
NOTE:
Items in our Bargain Barn and Vintage Shop are either USED or NEW. They might
come from inheritances, estate sales, private collections, and store liquidations.
Many items are brand new (NOS, New Old Stock) and in perfect condition while others
may show tarnish, scratches and other signs of use. Major issues will be described
in detail and shown in photos. Vintage Shop items are sold as described and are
not returnable. |
Horsekeeping
LLC - Definitions of Jewelry Age and Condition | |
Patina | A dark or colored film of oxidation that forms naturally on metal exposure to air and other elements. It is often valued for its aesthetically pleasing appearance. |
Vintage | 30 years or older. |
NOS | New Old Stock. Retail store inventory from at least 10 years ago. |
Pre-owned | An item that has been used. |
