What is Tibetan silver? }

Tibetan silver is not silver, but an alloy of many metals. In fact, the earliest Tibetan silver is an alloy containing silver, and now it contains almost no silver. Basic introduction Tibetan silver is a name, but it is actually an alloy. For Tibetans, Tibetan silver is actually white copper. Tibetan silver is an elegant name for white copper (copper-nickel alloy). Traditionally, Tibetan silver is 30% silver and 70% copper. Because the silver content is still too low, it can't be seen in the market now, and it is replaced by completely white copper.

[1] The silver content of Tibetan silver is relatively low. Before liberation, Tibet was poor and backward, with little silver. In order to avoid alkaline corrosion, adding silver to other metals becomes a process after a long time. [2] The workmanship of making sterling silver jewelry is indeed more exquisite than that of Tibetan silver jewelry, and the inlaid stones are mostly true turquoise and red coral. Stone is of better quality and brighter than Tibetan silver. In contrast, Tibetan silver is more primitive, and sterling silver jewelry is definitely much more expensive than Tibetan silver.

Bracelets and tricolor copper rings are one of the favorite ornaments of Tibetan compatriots. The so-called tricolor copper refers to three different colors of copper, namely white copper, brass and red copper, which are carefully made. [2] Purchase method 1. When it comes to ornaments made of Tibetan silver inlaid with stones, many people think they are Tibetan, but they are really misled by the name Tibetan silver. In the real imitation Tibetan silver ring, Tibetan silver refers to silver with low purity. Tibetan silver is mixed with other metals, and its hardness is relatively high, so you can carve complex patterns on it. Therefore, Tibetan silver is mostly used for handmade jewelry in the Middle East such as India and Nepal.

It is not difficult to distinguish the authenticity of Tibetan silver when buying jewelry made of Tibetan silver. The carved patterns of real silver ornaments are fine and clear, and the reflection luster of silver ornaments is bright; The pattern carving of fake silver ornaments is vague, and the reflective luster of silver ornaments is dim and almost invisible.

This kind of strange jewelry is usually inlaid with stones, which are all natural. However, there are always many imitations on the market. How do we distinguish them? Real stones are generally transparent and shiny; The imitation stone is dull, the color is dull under the light, and there is no sense of transparency. [3] The difference between silver ornaments 925 silver: refers to silver with a silver content of 92.5%, which is recognized as the standard of pure silver in international standards. 100% silver is soft, so it can't be molded when making, which is not convenient for making silver ornaments, and it is easy to oxidize, commonly known as discoloration.

Pure silver: 925 silver plated with white rhodium (known as platinum in the industry) can delay the yellowing and blackening of silver under oxidation or vulcanization as much as possible. In the industry, 925 silver without platinum plating is called plain silver, which is easy to oxidize in the air. At present, a large part of 925 silver products sold in the market are pure silver used to reduce the bottom cost.

Mulcaster: Thailand specialty.

The standard is also 925 silver content. The appearance lacks brightness and pursues antique silver effect. Compared with 925 silver plated with platinum, the price is lower than 925 silver because the mass base is not wide enough.

Tibetan silver: generally speaking, it is an elegant name for white copper (copper-nickel alloy). Traditionally, Tibetan silver is 30% silver and 70% copper, but even this traditional Tibetan silver is no longer available in the market, and most of it has been replaced by all-white copper. [4]

Maintenance of silver ornaments

Stay away from some chemicals, such as acid-base substances or perfume. Wipe the cloth with Tibetan silver.

If there is slight discoloration, gently wipe it with a soft cloth dipped in toothpaste to make it as bright as new.

You can also use silver cloth, which is as new as ever, convenient and quick, and there is a protective layer to make the silver ornaments not black or black. Can't touch water, can be used repeatedly. [4