sterling silver
Britishnoun
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an alloy containing not less than 92.5 per cent of silver, the remainder usually being copper
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sterling-silver articles collectively
Example Sentences
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Other highlights include a sterling silver exemplar of “Box of Smile,” which is a small box containing a mirror inside.
From Salon ● Nov. 25, 2025
She has an eagle eye for clothing with “100% cotton” on the tag or sterling silver jewelry stamped with a tiny “925,” indicating the quality of material.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 19, 2025
"It's crazy as our websites are completely different. I sell sterling silver, dainty pieces and engagement jewellery," she said.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2025
Carve Your Own Ring Kit Washington artist and metalsmith Cat McCadden’s kit has instructions and tools to design and create a custom sterling silver ring.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2023
Mother held three sterling silver serving pieces she had sewn into the coat.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
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