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[[Image:Silver.jpg|thumb|right|Silver sample.]] | [[Image:Silver.jpg|thumb|right|Silver sample.]] | ||
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'''Silver''' is a chemical [[element]]. It is a precious metal which has been used as money. Silver is found [[Native Elements|natively]] in nature and may be mined underground. | '''Silver''' is a chemical [[element]]. It is a precious metal which has been used as money. Silver is found [[Native Elements|natively]] in nature and may be mined underground. | ||
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Silver, considered a metal of purity, is often portrayed in folk tales and modern fiction alike as an effective weapon against [[vampire]]s, [[werewolf|werewolves]], and other evil creatures. Silver nails driven into a coffin lid were thought to prevent evil spirits from rising.<ref>[http://www.zerotime.com/night/destroy.htm Destroying Vampires]</ref> Silver is also used a great deal in witchcraft, and is usually worn by participants in modern Wiccan rituals.<ref>''The Witch Book: The Encyclopedia of Witchcraft, Wicca, and Neo-Paganism'', by Raymond Buckland, Visible Ink Press, 2002</ref> | Silver, considered a metal of purity, is often portrayed in folk tales and modern fiction alike as an effective weapon against [[vampire]]s, [[werewolf|werewolves]], and other evil creatures. Silver nails driven into a coffin lid were thought to prevent evil spirits from rising.<ref>[http://www.zerotime.com/night/destroy.htm Destroying Vampires]</ref> Silver is also used a great deal in witchcraft, and is usually worn by participants in modern Wiccan rituals.<ref>''The Witch Book: The Encyclopedia of Witchcraft, Wicca, and Neo-Paganism'', by Raymond Buckland, Visible Ink Press, 2002</ref> | ||
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Revision as of 13:57, April 11, 2016
| Silver | |
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| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Ag |
| Atomic number | 47 |
| Atomic mass | 107.87 |
| Other Information | |
Silver is a chemical element. It is a precious metal which has been used as money. Silver is found natively in nature and may be mined underground.
Throughout history, silver has been one of most flexible and reliable form of barter in many societies. Unlike gold, silver is far more flexible for small item purchase and barter. It is available in many recognized forms and freely exchanged as a barter implement even during "good times".
Silver in folklore
Silver, considered a metal of purity, is often portrayed in folk tales and modern fiction alike as an effective weapon against vampires, werewolves, and other evil creatures. Silver nails driven into a coffin lid were thought to prevent evil spirits from rising.[1] Silver is also used a great deal in witchcraft, and is usually worn by participants in modern Wiccan rituals.[2]
Gallery
Silver sample
See also
References
- ↑ Destroying Vampires
- ↑ The Witch Book: The Encyclopedia of Witchcraft, Wicca, and Neo-Paganism, by Raymond Buckland, Visible Ink Press, 2002
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