Artémi favors 925 silver for its quality and durability. You will be able to explore the different shades of this precious metal and understand why it is preferred over other alloys in jewelry. Our 925 silver jewelry, whether pendants, rings, necklaces or silver bracelets, embodies timeless elegance. We assure you of fast delivery, whether you live in Etterbeek, Anderlecht, Evere or any other municipality in Belgium. Discover our 925 silver jewelry offer in Brussels!
925 silver Brussels: why does Art'emi jewellery use this type of silver?
Precious metals such as gold and silver are widely used in jewelry. However, silver stands out as the best-selling metal, due to its value for money. 925 silver is a hypoallergenic metal that combines with other metals such as nickel, rhodium or copper. Pure silver is too malleable, so 925 silver is preferred in jewelry. It has a silver content of 92.5% and the rest is a metal alloy. In some countries, it is also called Sterling Silver or Sterling Silver.
Artémi uses this alloy for its strength, quality and durability. The jeweller is at your disposal to inform you if you have any questions.
What is the difference between 925 silver and other types of silver used in jewelry?
Different types of silver exist apart from 925 sterling silver:
- First of all, there is 999 silver which consists of 99.9% pure silver. It is rarely used in jewelry but rather for the making of bars or coins.
- Then there is 950 silver, which has 95% silver and 5% alloy. This one offers the highest silver content in jewelry, although it tarnishes faster than 925 silver.
- Finally, there is silver 800 which contains 80% pure silver. It usually contains 20% copper as a supplement. 800 silver was widely used in the past to make various silver objects such as silverware services.
To prevent oxidation, the jeweler Artémi applies rhodium plating which preserves the shine of the precious metal.
How can I distinguish an authentic 925 silver piece of jewelry from an imitation?
Hallmarking is important to ensure the authenticity of a piece of silver jewelry, as it is a mandatory imprint affixed by the state.
In the absence of hallmarks, other methods may be used to verify the quality of silver, including:
- Magnet test: Do a test with a magnet. If the jewel is attracted, it is not made of real silver.
- Bleach test: Apply a drop of bleach to the metal. If the surface blackens, the jewel is made of silver.
- Jewelry sound: Tap the jewelry with a metal object. You need to hear a clear sound to confirm its quality.
Artémi affixes a 925 silver hallmark for each piece of metal jewelry. This guarantees the quality of his money and ensures its authenticity.
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Explore a wide selection of 925 silver jewelry in Brussels
Since 1995, Artémi Vasilakis has been exercising her talent as a jewelry designer. She creates unique and timeless pieces thanks to her sharp eye. It therefore offers a wide range of 925 silver jewellery in Brussels. On the Art'emi website, discover a wide choice of pendants, signet rings, necklaces, bracelets, and much more. In addition, the personalization of your silver jewelry is possible thanks to engraving, offered for purchase at Art'emi.
As far as delivery is concerned, Artémi distributes its jewellery throughout Belgium. In addition, if you are in Dansaert, Sablon, Sainte-Catherine, Stalingrad, Anneessens or elsewhere in Brussels, be sure to visit the Art'emi shop located nearby, in the heart of Ixelles.