Hallmark guide · Silver

What does Ster / Ster. mean?

'Ster.' is the abbreviation of sterling named in the FTC Jewelry Guides; like 'Sterling' it may only be used on items at least 925/1,000 pure silver.

Metal
Silver
Purity
925/1000
Where
US
Melt value today$1.46/g
01

Often confused with

  • Easy to misread when worn; check for a full 'STERLING' or '925' elsewhere on the piece.
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What a piece marked Ster / Ster. is worth

IWhat is it?
IIWhat's stamped on it?

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IIIWeight

grams (g)

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Buyer pays (% of melt)
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Cash buyers usually offer 70–90% of melt value. Adjust if you have a quote.

Melt value $146.48. Likely cash offer $102.54 – $131.83.

92.5% fine silver7.5% copper & alloy

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