Argentium Silver??

[Pearlcat]

Has anyone ever used argentium silver findings in their beading work? I was wondering if it was as tarnish resistant as claimed. I was thinking of ordering some findings in argentium silver but would like others' opinions first. Thanks! Kate

 

[Orient]

Not sure if I am permitted to post links, but you can try searching on the wesbsite called Ganoksin (archives) for many posts on this subject. Here is one such post from this site:

http://www.ganoksin.com/orchid/archive/200903/msg01104.htm

Hope this helps a little.

 

[knotty panda]

This has a bit more information. It has a lot to do with how your supplier processes his stock. http://www.ganoksin.com/borisat/nenam/argentium-testing.htm

 

[Pearlcat]

Thanks for the information!

 

[CLICLASP]

YES it is resistant
Good luck

 

[ShashiRatna]

Hello Pearlcat,

I crotchet necklaces with semi-precious stones. I used Argentium wire 30GA for the last necklace I crotcheted in December and the wires have not tarnished yet. The necklace just sits outside - not in a box or anything and it still looks good.

Hope this helps. The reply might be too late.

Cheers,
ShashiRatna

 

[Pearlcat]

No it's not too late!! Any information is helpful because I'm contemplating ordering some clasps this week for some gifts I'm making. Thanks for the info.