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The Difference between Pure Silver, Sterling Silver, Coin Silver, Junk Silver, and Silver Plating
Technically, silver is a metallic chemical element whose chemical symbol is Ag (Argentum) and whose atomic number is 47. It is a precious metal that is used to make jewelry, tableware (silverware), and coins, among other things. It also has many other uses which we will discuss in future posts.
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Is a Troy Ounce the Same as a Regular Ounce?
If you want to buy or sell gold, other precious metals, or gemstones, you will want to check the current ounce price to determine its value. However, don’t think that you can get an accurate dollar amount by weighing your gold on a postage scale, for instance, because an ounce of gold is called a troy ounce and is very different from the avoirdupois ounce that is commonly used in the United States.
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