2.5 on the Mohs scale.

Found in areas associated with copper. Leading areas are South America, U.S.A., Australia and the Former U.S.S.R..

Metallic, and silver-white in color, one of the precious metals, although considerably less valuable than gold or platinum. Exposure to oxygen or the air causes a black oxidation to form on the surface (silver-oxide), also known as tarnish. Silver is often alloyed with copper to form sterling silver (92.5 percent silver) for use in jewelry. Silver is also used to make coins and bullion.

We offer gold, silver and platinum in our jewelry settings.