I recently encountered the term 'crown silver' and I'm wondering if it refers to actual silver. Is crown silver genuine silver or is it just a term used to describe something else?
5 answers
KatanaGlory
Mon Nov 11 2024
This standard has a long history, dating back to the 12th century.
Nicola
Mon Nov 11 2024
Silver crowns are minted according to a specific standard regarding their silver content.
CryptoTamer
Sun Nov 10 2024
It was established during the reign of King Henry II.
noah_doe_writer
Sun Nov 10 2024
The standard, known as Sterling Silver, requires that the silver content be 92.5%.
BonsaiStrength
Sun Nov 10 2024
The remaining 7.5% of the alloy is composed of copper.