ABOUT SILVER

Silver has been known since the early days of mankind. It has long been valued as a precious metal and used in currency, ornaments and jewelry, as well as utensils. It is also used in photographic film, electrical contacts and mirrors.
Silver also has a certain antimicrobial quality. In the past, dilute solutions of silver nitrate were used as disinfectants, although this use has been replaced by other treatments.
It has been widely used since about 4000 BC, when it was used in jewelry and as a medium of exchange. It was once thought more precious than gold. A variety of advances have allowed for its increased production worldwide.
It is referred to as the metal of the moon and some believe it to have powers over emotions, the psychic mind, love and healing.
Since it is a soft metal, it is typically mixed with an alloy like copper. Sterling silver is originally from and area called Easterling, in Germany. In order to be sterling silver, the metal is made up to 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper.