Argentium silver
On the label: Argentium silver · Alloy
What it is
A sterling alloy with germanium replacing part of the copper, which slows tarnish and makes the surface harder. Still 925 or 935 silver.
Alloys: Mixtures of metals used because pure gold and silver are too soft to wear; the other metals set the color and the hardness, and sometimes the allergy question.
In the research
No PubMed papers mention this material with jewelry, allergy or eyewear; that is usual for findings and trade terms.
Other alloys
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