ANTIQUE SILVER

ANTIQUE SILVER

Silver Plate is done using .999 Fine Silver as the final plated surface and then antiqued using the process of artificially inducing the natural process of the tarnishing of metals. Depending on the plate type, parts are either darkened with chemical solutions or with specially formulated metal marking inks. Both approaches are carefully monitored to achieve a consistent appearance that creates polished highlights and dark, contrasting recessed areas. and has a thickness of at least of at least 20 millionths of an inch. Unlike gold, this plated metal surface is susceptible to tarnishing, even though they are sealed with a final anti-tarnish layer during manufacturing.


 

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