What Does 925 Sterling Silver Mean?
That little “925” stamp tells you a lot. Here's what it means for your jewelry.
You've probably noticed “925” stamped inside rings and earrings. It's a quality mark with a simple meaning — here's the full story.
What 925 means
925 means the metal is 92.5% pure silver, mixed with 7.5% other metals (usually copper) for strength. This blend is what's known as sterling silver — the standard for quality silver jewelry.
Why not 100% silver?
Pure silver is too soft for everyday jewelry — it bends and scratches easily. Adding a small amount of other metal makes sterling silver durable enough to wear daily while staying bright and beautiful.
Caring for sterling silver
Sterling can tarnish over time with exposure to air, but a gentle polish restores its shine easily. Store it in a cool, dry place — see our jewelry care guide.
A great value for fine jewelry
925 sterling silver gives a bright, white precious-metal look at an accessible price — pairing beautifully with a brilliant moissanite stone. Browse our rings.
FAQs
Is 925 silver real silver?
Yes — it's 92.5% pure silver (sterling silver), blended with a little other metal for durability.
Does sterling silver tarnish?
It can tarnish slowly with air exposure, but a gentle polish restores its shine, and proper storage slows it down.
Quality You Can Trust
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