How to Acid Test Silver; Tips & Tricks, w/ Examples of 800, Coin, 925 / Sterling, 950, & 999 Fine

In this video we use some, maybe no longer good...test acid. Some Silver, and some 18k, and talk about the ins and outs of Acid Testing for Silver. The Tools: A Cheap Loupe: https://amzn.to/4fWPjIy ($7USD at the time of upload) Good Magnets: https://amzn.to/4hf65nd ($7USD at the time of upload) The Gold & Silver Test Kit: https://amzn.to/4kugYnt The Scale: https://amzn.to/43EKBvM ($6USD at the time of upload) - Also of note: these scales are branded all sorts of things but all seem to be manufactured by the same outfit. As far as I know they are all the same, they just sell for different prices. #silver #testing #testing This video provides a detailed guide on how to perform acid tests on various types of silver, including coin silver (90%), sterling silver (925), pure silver (999), and 800 German silver (80%) (0:46). The host demonstrates the proper technique for scratching the silver onto a test stone, emphasizing the need for a sufficient amount of material to get accurate results (2:33). Key takeaways from the video: Safety First (1:56): Always wear gloves when handling testing acid to prevent skin discoloration. Testing Technique (2:17): For silver-plated items, scratch thoroughly to get through the plating to the base metal. Reading Results (7:11): A positive test for silver using the standard silver test acid will result in a red color on the test stone. If you don't see red, it's likely not silver (10:44). Alternative Test (13:03): The video also briefly demonstrates using 18-karat gold acid, which supposedly turns bright blue in the presence of silver. However, the host expresses skepticism about its consistency (13:31). Acid Potency (15:20): Test acids can go bad, especially if exposed to air. The host suspects his own acid may have been compromised, leading to fainter red results (15:30). Ambiguity and Practice (14:11): Acid testing for silver is not perfect and often yields ambiguous results. The host advises viewers to practice and get comfortable with the uncertainty. Cost-Effectiveness (17:12): Acid testing kits are very affordable, typically costing around $25-$30.