925 Silver vs 999 Silver: Which Should You Buy?
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mashha silver
03 Oct 2026
Short answer: Buy 925 sterling silver for jewellery you wear every day, and 999 fine silver for coins, bars and gifts.
What is the difference?
925 silver has 92.5% pure silver mixed with other metals for strength. 999 silver is 99.9% pure, which makes it softer and better suited to coins and bars than to rings or chains.
When to choose 925 silver
Choose 925 for rings, toe rings, anklets, chains and bracelets. It holds its shape in daily wear. Browse our 925 sterling silver collection.
When to choose 999 silver
Choose 999 for gift coins, pooja items and keepsakes. See our 10g 999 silver coins.
FAQs
Which silver is better for jewellery?
925 sterling silver, because it is harder and keeps its shape.
Does 925 silver turn black?
It can tarnish slowly when exposed to air and moisture. Store it in a pouch and wipe it regularly.
Is 999 silver good for daily wear?
It is too soft for most daily-wear jewellery, so it is mainly used for coins and bars.
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