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{{Alloy
 
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|name=Sterling silver
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[[File:SterlingSilverSample.png|center|frameless]]
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|uses=* [[Crafts]]
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|uses=* [[Metalsmith's forge|Metal crafting]]
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* [[Furniture]]
 
 
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* 3 [[silver]] [[bar]]
 
* 3 [[silver]] [[bar]]
 
* 1 [[copper]] [[bar]]
 
* 1 [[copper]] [[bar]]
 
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* [[Material value]] 8
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* [[Material value]] 8☼
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* [[Material science|Impact strength]] 595 MPa
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* [[Material science|Shear strength]] 170 MPa
 
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* [[Melting point]] {{ct|11602}}
 
* [[Melting point]] {{ct|11602}}
 
* [[Boiling point]] {{ct|13892}}
 
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* [[Solid density]] 10490
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* [[Solid density]] 10490 kg/m³
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* Liquid [[density]] 9320
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* Liquid [[density]] 9320 kg/m³
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* [[Specific heat]] 230
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* [[Specific heat]] 230 J/kg·K
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* [[Color]] white
 
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'''Sterling silver''' is a [[silver]]-based [[alloy]], mixed 3:1 with copper, used to create [[furniture]] and miscellaneous objects. Its value is equal to that of its components, so this metal is only really useful if you want to cater to a [[preference]] or satisfy a [[demand]].
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'''Sterling silver''' is a [[silver]]-based [[alloy]], mixed 3:1 with [[copper]], used to create [[furniture]] and miscellaneous objects. It must be made by combining [[bar]]s of pure [[metal]]; it cannot be [[Smelter|smelted]] from [[ore]] directly. The value of sterling silver is equal to that of its components, so this metal is only really useful if you want to cater to a [[preference]] or satisfy a [[demand]]. It does, however, possess a striking white color very similar to [[marble]].
  
 
== In real life ==
 
== In real life ==
  
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Pure silver is too soft to make functional items out of, so it is alloyed with other metals (primarily copper, but germanium, zinc and platinum can substitute) to make sterling silver – increasing its strength while retaining pure silver's ductile properties and natural beauty. While sterling silver is most commonly used for cutlery and ornamentation, some manufacturers make musical instruments from it, citing the unique sound character of the metal. Its naturally aseptic qualities also make it ideal for non-disposable surgical equipment.
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Pure silver is too soft to make functional items out of, so it is alloyed with other metals (primarily copper, but germanium, zinc and platinum can substitute) to make sterling silver – increasing its strength while retaining pure silver's ductile properties and natural beauty. While sterling silver is most commonly used for cutlery and ornamentation, some manufacturers make musical instruments from it, citing the unique sound character of the metal. Its naturally aseptic qualities also make it ideal for non-disposable surgical equipment.
  
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[[File:Chinese Export Punch Bowl, Hung Chong and Co., Shanghai, c. 1875, sterling silver - Huntington Museum of Art - DSC05428.JPG|thumb|center|300px|Sterling silver goblet.]]
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[[File:Chinese Export Punch Bowl, Hung Chong and Co., Shanghai, c. 1875, sterling silver - Huntington Museum of Art - DSC05428.JPG|thumb|center|300px|This is a ≡«+sterling silver goblet+»≡. On the item is an image of human soldiers and a flag. The human soldiers are raising the flag. The human soldiers are striking a triumphant pose. The item is decorated with hanging rings of sterling silver.]]
  
 
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Fire-safe Not magma-safe

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Sterling silver is a silver-based alloy, mixed 3:1 with copper, used to create furniture and miscellaneous objects. It must be made by combining bars of pure metal; it cannot be smelted from ore directly. The value of sterling silver is equal to that of its components, so this metal is only really useful if you want to cater to a preference or satisfy a demand. It does, however, possess a striking white color very similar to marble.

In real life[edit]

Pure silver is too soft to make functional items out of, so it is alloyed with other metals (primarily copper, but germanium, zinc and platinum can substitute) to make sterling silver – increasing its strength while retaining pure silver's ductile properties and natural beauty. While sterling silver is most commonly used for cutlery and ornamentation, some manufacturers make musical instruments from it, citing the unique sound character of the metal. Its naturally aseptic qualities also make it ideal for non-disposable surgical equipment.

This is a ≡«+sterling silver goblet+»≡. On the item is an image of human soldiers and a flag. The human soldiers are raising the flag. The human soldiers are striking a triumphant pose. The item is decorated with hanging rings of sterling silver.
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