What does .970 stamped into a ring mean?

KingsMtnMan

Hi folks,
Can anyone tell me what .970 stamped into a ring means?
I assume it represents the type of metal the ring is made of but I can't seem to find any info about it.
Thanks,
Curt aka KingsMtnMan
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Tioga · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 3:44 pm Post subject:

It indicates fine silver, with a higher silver content than sterling silver, which is .925.

.970 is more resistant to tarnish and has a whiter hue than sterling silver.

Nice find! Very Happy

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CJ Tuffy · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 5:08 pm Post subject:

Smarty Pants... Laughing

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KingsMtnMan · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 7:59 pm Post subject:

Aaahhhhhh.
Ok good. Thanks for the info Tioga!
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cadit · Posted: Tue May 19, 2009 7:57 pm Post subject:

Hey.....I didn't know that

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