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Originally Posted by katana
I may get the hilt/pommel checked for silver content. Is there a non-destructive test for silver ?
Kind Regards David
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Well, its not very scientific, but I tend to go on the 'look' and the colour of the oxidisation/patina.
A good silver will oxidise almost black, and seeing as the common mix seems to often be high in copper, the oxidisation will have a more brown colour. Less black less silver as a rule.
But like I say, not exactly scientific