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S925 Hallmark Requirements: International Standards for Silver Jewelry Export

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Why Hallmarking Is Mandatory

Precious metal hallmarking is a legal requirement, not optional. Each major market has regulators:

  • USA: FTC requires purity marking. Violations: up to $10,000 per piece.
  • UK: Assay Office mandatory hallmarking. Sterling must be stamped "925".
  • EU: Varies by country, but 925 silver generally requires "925" or "Sterling".
  • China: GB 11887 mandates purity marking.

Common Hallmark Symbols

MarkMeaningMarkets
S92592.5% pure silverChina, general
92592.5% pure silverInternational
SterlingStandard sterlingUS, UK
Ag925Element symbol + purityEurope

Export Pitfalls

Q: Can I stamp just my logo without purity?
A: No. Logo-only stamps without purity are "misrepresentation" under US FTC rules. Amazon will delist.

Q: Does gold-plated silver need a stamp?
A: Yes. Even with gold plating over silver base, you must mark "S925 overlaid" or equivalent.

Q: Where to stamp?
A: Rings inside band, necklaces on clasp, earrings on post back. Must be legible without ruining aesthetics.

All our silver jewelry meets international hallmarking standards. Contact us for details.

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