925 silver is another name for sterling silver. It means the metal is made from 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals (usually copper) to make it stronger and more durable for everyday jewellery. Pure silver on its own is very soft, so the 925 alloy helps your jewellery keep its shape while still being real silver. The “925” mark you see stamped on jewellery is a hallmark that shows the piece is genuine 925 sterling silver, not just silver coloured or silver plated. Silver-plated jewellery only has a thin layer of silver over a base metal, which can wear away over time. With 925 sterling silver, the metal is silver all the way through, so with normal care and polishing, it can be worn and loved for many years.