Fernandina Island: The Youngest Island of the Galapagos. The Galapagos Islands were formed by volcanic activity. The oldest islands, EspaÃ±ola and San Cristobal, are found on the Eastern part of the archipelago. Fernandina Island, one of the westernmost islands, is also one of the newest: It is still being formed by the islandâs own active volcano.
Silver-plating charges depend on the size of a piece and its base metal. For example, replating a creamer and sugar-bowl set is $40 for the pair. To replate a 5-by-10-inch undecorated tray costs $22 to $25. Replating teapots can cost $30 to $40. Tea trays are $100 and up.
Silver has been used for thousands of years as a store of value and an industrial metal with practical applications. Silver money has existed for at least four thousand years and was once a major part of the American financial system, though its use in legal tender faded out in 1970. How much is silver worth? The current market price for silver, as of this writing, is $17.63 per ounce. Because financial markets fluctuate rapidly, the current price as you read this is certain to be different. For a current market value of silver, check out this live market quote.