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How can you determine if metal is silver?

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silver can be tested by putting a small drop of nietric acid on the item.If the spot being tested turns a ugly green color,it is not silver (or at least not sterling). if the test spot turns a creamy color, it is silver. Testing solution (acid) may be obtained from jewelry supply companies.

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