Silverkoper
Silverkoper is a Dutch term that literally means “silver seller” and is used to describe a person or business that sells silver items. The category encompasses retailers of silver jewelry, tableware, decorative objects, coins, and bullion, as well as silversmiths who produce silver pieces for sale. In practice, silversellers operate as retailers, wholesalers, or repairers within the wider jewelry and metal goods sector.
Historically, the trade in silver has been guided by hallmarking systems that indicate purity and maker identity.
Products marketed by silversellers include sterling silver (typically 92.5% silver), silver-plated items (base metal coated with
Quality considerations for buyers involve checking hallmarks, weight, condition, and provenance. Counterfeits and substandard plating pose
Ethical and sustainability issues are increasingly part of the trade. Responsible sourcing of silver, recycling, and