The "white" metal occurs naturally in its pure, free form and it is produced as a by-product of copper, gold, lead, zinc refining and other metals.
It is a precious metal and is used to make ornaments, jewels, high-value tableware, utensils, silverware, currency coins and electrical staff.
The most types of the fashion jewels are made from 925 Sterling Silver (stamped 925 is an alloy of 92.5% with 7.5% copper) becouse of its brilliant white metallic luster that can take a high degree of polish. If it is stamped as 900 it is an alloy consisting of at least 90% fine.
Also very fashionable, and is used frequently in more artistic fashion pieces.