How to tell the true and false of silver

1. Imprint

Domestic silver ornaments should bear the imprint of "S". According to the 2013 new standard: the mark is S990/S925, there are also S999 and S990.

2. Color

Regular silver jewelry looks white, shiny, and work fine. Due to the easy oxidation, in the hot environment of the counter lamp, the color will become dark yellowish white.

3. Acid test

Silver is discolored or even dissolved in acid. If necessary, the concentrated hydrochloric acid can be used to form a white mossy silver chloride detection, while other precious metals do not.

4. Sound rhyme

The standard silverware is dull after landing, does not bounce, does not roll.

5. Fire

After the sterling silver jewelry burns, the cooling still shows silvery white, while the defective or other metal fake silver will change color.