Is Persian silver worth anything?

Persian silver refers to silverware produced in Persia, Modern Iran. Ancient works are exceptionally fine, rare and valuable, but the majority of Persian silver now on the market was produced during the 19th century and afterwards.

What is Persian silver used for?

Nevertheless, continuing pre-Islamic traditions, silver was used in Iran to make vessels and jewelry, as well as to decoratively enhance objects made in other metals and materials. Relatively few vessels in silver survive from Iran during the entire Islamic period from the mid 7th to the 19th centuries CE.

What did Persians use as money?

The Persian daric was a gold coin which, along with a similar silver coin, the siglos, represented the bimetallic monetary standard of the Achaemenid Persian Empire.

Why did Darius standardize coins in Persia?

Economic reforms. Darius introduced a standard currency—a gold coin known as a daric. Having a standardized currency encouraged more economic activity within the empire by making transactions easier.

What is the highest quality silver?

999 silver jewelry is the closest you’ll get to pure silver. It’s called . 999 silver because it’s technically 99.9% pure silver! This type of silver is the highest quality silver you can buy.

What kind of silver is hallmark Persian 84?

Russian persian 84 Solid Silver. I have recently done some research on another tray. The marks look Russian. mine were Iranian. Good luck. great find. Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please. 07-25-2013 08:18 PM

When did they start using silver hallmarks in Iran?

IRAN (PERSIA) First silver marks showing the maker’s name and his city came into use in late 19th century. Imitation of 84 Russian marks appeared c. 1890, possibly introduced by Armenian goldsmiths emigrated to Tabriz. National marks with the “Armed Lion” in various shapes (fineness .840 and .900) were introduced in 1967.

Does the’84’mark always mean Russian silver?

This Persian silver is often seen at eBays, declared as Russian silver. But the letters are not Cyrillic, they are in Efarsi (looks like Arab) and the overall look of this silver is very oriental. Thank you both very much for your quick response to my question.

What is the fineness of ancient Persian silver?

Ancient works are exceptionally fine, rare and valuable, but the majority of Persian silver now on the market was produced during the 19th century and afterwards. Persian silver is generally marked with the number “84” in Farsi (later stamped in Arabic numerals), for a silver fineness of 875/1000.