Asian silver

[LydiaNiz]

I have had an enquiry about changing a 4 finger ring into a necklace. The chap has described it as being made of 'asian silver'. I have no clue as to purity likelihood, so not sure how it will behave whilst being soldered. Anyone have any ideas please?

[Tabby66]

It probably won't behave as you would expect sterling to Lydia,......due to different alloys/ different silver purity.....I've found that 'asian silver' varies from one lot to another....has generally been doable though.

[LydiaNiz]

Thanks. Have decided not to take this one on - hallmarking issues as well.

[SteveLAO]

Yes, "Asian" silver is quite often below Sterling standard, although "Asian" gold is very often very pure!

[Green Monster]

I attempted to solder some Asian silver once, it disappeared under the torch almost a soon as heat was applied, never again. :-)

[LydiaNiz]

You've both made me glad I didn't take this one on!