What metal is mixed into 925 silver?
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Sensitive skin, so that matters to me.
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Best Answer
Based on my experience:
Price Breakdown
| Option | Typical Cost |
| Lab created | $100 |
| Natural stone | 5-10x more |
| Plated alternative | $20-$50 but will tarnish |
Recommendation
If you are on the fence, go with the middle option. The plated stuff looks fine for a month then turns skin green. The natural stone is beautiful but the markup is brutal.
2 weeks ago
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E Emma Roberts 2 weeks agoDoes the same apply to plated pieces?
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Great question.
My Setup
I wear mine every day, including to the gym and to sleep. After a year and a half it still looks brand new.
What to Watch Out For
- Buy from a reputable seller, not a random listing
- Ask about the color grade before you order
- Get a certificate of authenticity
My only regret is not sizing up slightly. It fits snug now that winter is coming.
2 weeks ago
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Good thinking asking this before buying. My ring came from Blue Nile with a full certificate. I asked my jeweler the same thing. He said it is safe for daily wear as long as you avoid harsh chemicals.
Not worth the risk in my experience. Spend a little more and buy from a real store.
2 weeks ago
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D 2 weeks agoThis helped me decide, thank you!
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Good thinking asking this before buying.
My Setup
I wear mine every day, including to the gym and to sleep. After a year and a half it still looks brand new.
What to Watch Out For
- Buy from a reputable seller, not a random listing
- Ask about the color grade before you order
- Get a certificate of authenticity
My only regret is not sizing up slightly. It fits snug now that winter is coming.
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M 2 weeks agoDoes the stamp always mean real?