"SEC OF FLORENCE" magazine

 In the world of silver, the difference isn’t just technical — it’s ethical. 🔨 Genuine Hallmarking: When Metal Speaks Manual hallmarking is an ancient, precise, and legally regulated process. A hardened steel punch marks the metal with force and craftsmanship, leaving a permanent, verifiable, and lawful imprint . The engraved 925 hallmark is required by law Every punch is registered and traceable The mark endures over time — it doesn’t fade It’s the technical signature that certifies authenticity 👉 It’s like a passport for the object. 👉 Without hallmarking, silver cannot travel in truth. 🧻 Printed Cardboard: The Polished Lie Many manufacturers insert a cardboard slip inside the frame that reads: “Silver 925” But the metal… isn’t engraved. Isn’t hallmarked. Isn’t guaranteed. The cardboard is an unverifiable statement It can be printed by anyone, without oversight It holds no legal or technical value It’s often used to disguise non-noble materials 👉 It’s like claiming a de...

 In the world of silver, the difference isn’t just technical — it’s ethical. 🔨 True Stamping: When Metal Speaks Manual stamping is an ancient, precise, and regulated process. A hardened steel punch marks the metal with force and craftsmanship, leaving a permanent, verifiable, and legal imprint . The engraved 925 stamp is required by law Every punch is registered and traceable The mark lasts over time — it doesn’t fade It’s the technical signature that certifies authenticity 👉 It’s like a passport for the object. 👉 Without stamping, silver can’t travel in truth. 🧻 Printed Cardboard: The Polished Lie Many manufacturers insert a cardboard slip inside the frame that reads: “Silver 925” But the metal… isn’t stamped. Isn’t engraved. Isn’t guaranteed. The cardboard is an unverifiable claim It can be printed by anyone, with no oversight It holds no legal or technical value It’s often used to hide non-noble materials 👉 It’s like saying “I have a degree” without showing the diplom...

 It all began with a workbench. A small one, in a 40-square-metre workshop in the heart of Florence. There, Paolo Ermini learned to shape silver , to respect it, to understand its weight and its voice. It was 1990. And from that bench, SEC OF FLORENCE was born — alongside Massimo Spinelli and Stefano Cherici, whose initials now form the name of a brand recognised across the globe. 🛠️ The First Steps: It Wasn’t About Selling, It Was About Learning There were no automatic machines. Only hands, files, fire, and patience. Each frame was a challenge and a promise : to create something that would last, that would speak, that would be worthy of framing a memory. 💎 The Frame That Tells It All The one you see in the photo isn’t just an object. It’s a manifesto . Solid 925 silver , engraved — not printed ★1174 FI hallmark , tracing back to the maker Diamond-pattern design , elegant and timeless Inner inscription : “SEC OF FLORENCE – SINCE 1990 – ARGENTO MASSICCIO 925” 👉 It’s ...

 It all began with a workbench. A small one, in a 40-square-meter workshop in the heart of Florence. There, Paolo Ermini learned to shape silver , to respect it, to understand its weight and its voice. It was 1990. And from that bench, SEC OF FLORENCE was born — alongside Massimo Spinelli and Stefano Cherici, whose initials now form the name of a brand known across the globe. 🛠️ The First Steps: It Wasn’t About Selling, It Was About Learning There were no automatic machines. Only hands, files, fire, and patience. Each frame was a challenge and a promise : to create something that would last, that would speak, that would be worthy of framing a memory. 💎 The Frame That Tells It All The one you see in the photo isn’t just an object. It’s a manifesto . Solid 925 silver , engraved — not printed ★1174 FI hallmark , tracing back to the maker Diamond-pattern design , elegant and timeless Inner inscription : “SEC OF FLORENCE – SINCE 1990 – ARGENTO MASSICCIO 925” 👉 It’s as if...

 Some dare to print “Silver 999” on a cardboard insert. Others dare to engrave truth into metal . Welcome to the world of frames that shine… but remain silent. Because behind that gleam lies nothing but metallic vapour , not substance. 🧪 PVD 999: The Atomic Illusion PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) is an industrial process that deposits vapourised metal atoms onto a surface. The result? A chrome-like, shiny, seductive finish. But beneath it… no silver. No soul. And yet, some manufacturers boldly: Print “Silver 999” on the inner cardboard Sell PVD-coated frames as if they were precious Mislead unsuspecting buyers who believe they’re gifting something noble 👉 It’s like selling a bottle of water labelled “Vintage Champagne.” 👉 It’s like framing a memory… in a polished lie. 🛑 The Fake 925: When the Hallmark Is Missing, Truth Is Silent Others print “Silver 925” on the cardboard… …but don’t engrave the hallmark on the metal . And that’s even worse. Because: The manually e...

 Some dare to print “Silver 999” on a cardboard insert. And some dare to engrave real silver with truth and pride . Welcome to the world of frames that shine… but stay silent. Because behind that gleam lies only metallic vapor , not substance. 🧪 PVD 999: The Atomic Lie PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) is an industrial process that deposits vaporized metal atoms onto a surface. The result? A chrome-like, shiny, seductive finish. But underneath… there’s no silver. No soul. And yet, some manufacturers boldly: Print “Silver 999” on the inner cardboard Sell PVD-coated frames as if they were precious Deceive unsuspecting buyers who believe they’re gifting something noble 👉 It’s like selling a bottle of water labeled “Vintage Champagne.” 👉 It’s like framing a memory… in a polished lie. 🛑 The Fake 925: When the Stamp Is Missing, Truth Is Silent Others print “Silver 925” on the cardboard… …but don’t engrave the stamp on the metal . And that’s even worse. Because: The manuall...

 In the world of silver, the word “pure” is often used as bait. But true purity isn’t just a percentage — it’s a signature , a guarantee , a truth you can prove . 🛑 The False Myth of Silver 999 Silver 999 is technically the purest (99.9%), but also the softest , least stable , and unsuitable for crafting lasting objects. Anyone offering it for frames, jewellery or meaningful gifts… is selling an illusion . Scratches easily Warps over time Cannot be finely finished Doesn’t require hallmarking 👉 It’s perfect for investment bars — not for keepsakes or gifts . ⚠️ The Risk of Unhallmarked Silver 925 Silver 925 is the ideal choice for frames and jewellery. But only if it’s hallmarked , traceable , and signed . Those selling 925 silver without a hallmark: Don’t guarantee its composition Offer no traceability Don’t comply with UK or EU regulations Don’t sign what they create So… how can you trust it? 💎 The Truth Signed by SEC OF FLORENCE We don’t hide behind numbers. Every SEC ...