Sterling silver is an alloy of silver containing 92.5% by weight of silver and 7.5% by weight of other metals, usually copper. The sterling silver standard has a minimum millesimal fineness of 925.
A joint, catch, and pin-stem assembly that is pre-assembled on a metal plate (the ends of the plate are actually formed into the joint and catch). The entire unit may be attached to a piece of jewelry by soldering or gluing. Also called a bar pin. See also "Joint, Catch, and Pin-Stem."
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"Flame Tongue" Salamander Fire agate sterling silver pin .
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Total weight without pin back is 7.5 grams
The actual color of my hand before photo edit a bit too red so I usually down grade the color a bit to create a brown tone .
Dichroic Glass and Sterling Angel Pin
The blue dress is dichroic glass, the wings, halo, and arm are sterling silver. The sleeve is Swarovski and Preciosa crystal. The head is a glass pearl, and the little "peace" word is pewter.
Two tack-style pin backs to hold it securely flying at any angle.