Silver Clay

What is silver clay?

Silver clay is made of microscopic particles of pure silver, an organic binder and water. You roll, cut, texture or mould it like ordinary clay. Once it is completely dry you fire it: the binder burns away and the silver particles fuse into a solid piece of 99.9% fine silver. You will also see it called silver metal clay, precious metal clay or PMC. It is the clay that turns into silver, and it is how many jewellers make their first ring. Read the full beginner's guide to silver clay.

Silver clay for jewelry making

With a few grams you can make rings, pendants, charms and earrings in solid fine silver. A small pendant takes about 5 g, a simple ring 6 to 9 g, depending on width and thickness. Our silver clay weight guide lists every common project. Need ideas? See 10 silver clay projects and what other makers created.

Fine silver clay or sterling silver clay?

We make fine silver clay (999). It fires with a simple torch or on a gas stove, stays bright and is softer to polish. Sterling silver clay (925) is a little harder but most types need a kiln and a longer firing schedule. For a first piece at home, fine silver clay is the easier choice. Sterling vs fine silver clay compared.

Silver clay, PMC and Art Clay Silver

PMC and Art Clay Silver are brand names for the same kind of material. TheLilaLobster silver clay is our own formula and is shaped, dried and fired the same way. If you are switching brands, read silver clay vs PMC and our honest comparison with Art Clay Silver.

Where to buy silver clay

Right here. We ship our silver clay from the Netherlands to the US, the UK and the rest of Europe. New to silver clay? Start with the Silver Clay Starter Kit, which includes 10 g of clay, a torch, a ring mandrel and all tools. Already have tools? Buy silver clay refills by the gram, or compare all silver clay kits.

Frequently asked questions

Is silver clay real silver? Yes. After firing, what remains is 99.9% fine silver. How that works.

Do I need a kiln for silver clay? No. Small fine silver pieces can be fired with a butane torch on a firebrick. Kiln vs torch explained.

How much does silver clay cost? Prices follow the silver price. See current prices per pack below, or read what silver clay really costs per project.

How do I fire silver clay at home? Dry the piece completely, place it on a firebrick and heat it with a torch until it glows a soft orange, then hold that glow for a few minutes. Our firing chart gives the exact times per weight.