""The first sterling silver objects I fell in love with were modernist cocktail shakers... referencing Jazz Age aesthetics, skyscraper architecture, new materials, the politics of Prohibition, and early-20th-century gender roles.""
""For most of history silver was literally money, which meant that it was carefully regulated and recorded... clues that tell you a little more about it-including its authenticity-before you buy.""
""Nearly all authentic silver is stamped with hallmarks, which indicate the purity of the metal... controlled through each's national assayer's office.""
Collecting silver typically focuses on table objects like candlesticks and flatware made from sterling silver. Authentic silver is stamped with hallmarks indicating metal purity, originating in 12th-century England for consumer protection. Hallmarks vary by country, with the UK using a 'lion passant' to signify 92.5% silver content. The stories and history behind silver objects enhance their appeal, attracting a new generation of collectors eager to learn about sourcing, buying, and using silver.
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