Silberauflagen
Silberauflagen, often translated as silver plating or silver overlay, refers to the application of a thin layer of silver onto a base metal. This process has been employed for centuries to impart the aesthetic appeal and some of the properties of silver to less expensive materials. Historically, various techniques have been used, including electroplating, which is the most common modern method, where the object to be plated is submerged in an electrolytic solution containing silver ions and an electric current is passed through it, causing the silver to deposit onto the surface.
The purpose of Silberauflagen can be decorative, functional, or both. Aesthetically, it allows for the creation
The durability of Silberauflagen depends on the thickness of the silver layer and the wear it is