How to Tell Sterling Silver from Plated

Watch more Buying, Spending, & Shopping Tips videos: http://www.howcast.com/videos/405629-How-to-T… If you see a beautiful set of silverware or silver jewelry on sale at an amazingly low price, you want to make sure that you are getting the real deal. Step 1: Look for markings indicating sterling silver Examine your silver piece, and look for markings that indicate it is sterling silver. Check for stamps that say STERLING, .925, or 925/100. Tip Examine the clasp of a necklace and the inside of rings and bracelets to find a marking of sterling silver. Step 2: Look for British silver markings Identify sterling silver from England, Ireland, or Scotland by looking for other stamps. These markings are small, and often look like a lion or a coat of arms. Step 3: Look for markings indicating silver plating Look for markings that indicate that your piece is silver plated. These include stamps of single-digit numbers, stamps starting with the letters EP, and w