Buyers Guide

Sterling silver jewellery

Many people believe that sterling silver is actually pure, whereas in fact the term “sterling silver” originated over 800 years ago in England, and describes an alloy that consists of 92.5% silver. On its own silver is quite soft and it is necessary to add another alloy (copper being the most popular addition) to give strength and durability and to permit it to be used by silversmiths in the production of silver jewellery.

Today, most sterling silver is marked with a small, internationally accepted "925" and this mark is usually hammered in an inconspicuous place on the item. Traditionally silversmiths mostly made cutlery, candlesticks and fine tableware, but in more recent times their skills are mainly put to use in the silver jewellery industry with the decline of handmade solid silver tableware.

Sterling Silver Necklaces and Silver Pendants

We stock a select range of necklaces and silver pendants sourced primarily from the Mexican silver city of Taxco situated in the Sierra Madre mountains to the south of Mexico City. Taxco produces some of the best, original and unusual silver jewellery in the world, handmade by the residents who are working hard to keep their craft alive.

Sterling Silver Bracelets and Bangles

Again, we have a chosen few contemporary bracelets, bangles and cuffs, hand-picked for their classy, tasteful design and superior quality.

Sterling Silver Earrings

We have a gorgeous range of pierced and sterling silver clip on earrings that stand out from the crowd through innovative design and high quality.

Whatever your taste we’re sure to have something to suit, and Eternal Collection’s range of sterling silver jewellery includes an assortment of: