What’s the Difference Between Peruvian Silver 950 and Sterling Silver 925?
Not all silver is the same—and at Fio Collection, most of our jewelry is made with Peruvian Silver 950, a higher-purity silver that stands out and lasts more from standard Sterling Silver 925. These picture frames have not been cleaned in years except for the lower part. Refer to this picture and the following table to compare:
| Feature | Peruvian Silver 950 | Sterling Silver 925 |
|---|---|---|
| Purity | 95% pure silver + 5% copper Good for people who are allergic to metals. | 92.5% pure silver + 7.5% alloys (sometimes only copper, and most times, other alloys) Not recommended for people with metal allergies |
| Finish | Brighter, light warm shine, confortable on the skin. Does not turn your skin black | Slightly darker if alloyed only with copper. If allowed with nickel it looks shinier, whiter and more firm. Should not turn your skin black |
| Workability | Softer, flexible and ideal for handcrafting | More rigid, better for machine work |
| Craftsmanship | Common in artisan, handmade jewelry in Peru | Widely used in mass production, sold at a very cheap price |
| Tarnish Resistance | The picture of the frames above have not been cleaned in years (except for the lower part). This silver does not oxidize | Tarnishes more slowly, but still needs care |
| Common Use | Fine and handcrafted jewelry designs, as well as house decor items | Everyday jewelry and commercial use |
| Country of Origin | Peru | Worldwide |
In my product descriptions I will provide whether it is Peruvian Sterling Silver 950 or common Sterling Silver 925 so you can make a better decision when purchasing the product.
Both are good, but I do not recommend sterling silver 925 for those whose skin is sensitive.