925 sterling silver is an alloy made with 92.5% silver, with the remaining 7.5% typically made up of other metals that improve strength and wearability.
Why not pure silver?
Fine silver is soft. For jewellery that needs to hold shape, clasps, settings and daily handling, sterling silver balances a high silver content with greater durability.
What does “925” mean?
The 925 mark refers to the proportion of silver in sterling silver. Product-specific purity and hallmark details should always be checked on the product page or accompanying documentation where provided.
Silver changes with wear
Sterling silver can develop tarnish as it reacts with air, moisture and everyday substances. That is a normal material behaviour and can usually be managed with good storage and gentle cleaning.