sterling silver

noun

1. an alloy containing not less than 92.5 per cent of silver, the remainder usually being copper
2. sterling-silver articles collectively

sterling silver

/ stûr′lĭng /

1. An alloy that contains at least 92.5 percent silver and up to 7.5 percent copper or another metal, used to make jewelry and silverware.

Example Sentences

The collection has eight pieces total, including necklaces, hoops, studs, rings, bracelets and lariats, set in sterling silver and recycled 18-karat gold.

From Los Angeles Times

When he put it on his index finger, it looked like he had a diamond and sterling silver tennis ball on his hand.

From Seattle Times

Carve Your Own Ring Kit Washington artist and metalsmith Cat McCadden’s kit has instructions and tools to design and create a custom sterling silver ring.

From Seattle Times

Shortly after Walter passed the 30-pound sterling silver piece to Andrew Friedman, a television broadcaster asked him what the championship meant for the city of Los Angeles and the franchise.

From Los Angeles Times

Handcrafted in L.A., these elegant earrings are like a sterling silver dance.

From Los Angeles Times