Understanding the 835 Silver Mark on Pearl Necklace Clasps

The number 835 on a pearl necklace clasp typically indicates the silver content of the metal.

* 835 means the clasp is made of 83.5% pure silver, with the remaining 16.5% consisting of other metals (usually copper) to increase its strength and durability.

Pure silver (99.9%) is too soft to be used alone in jewelry.

So, the "835" mark is a hallmark indicating the silver fineness of the clasp.