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In this instructional video, the speaker addresses a common misconception among clients that every piece in a sterling flatware set is solid silver and therefore valuable. He explains that knives in such sets typically have stainless‑steel blades and weighted handles filled with wax or cement, meaning they contain no silver. Consequently, when determining the silver content of a set for resale, only the sterling components should be placed on a scale to calculate the total weight in troy ounces; knives must be excluded from the weighing process. This guidance helps sellers avoid over‑estimating the value of their flatware.
