If you own any .925 stamped sterling silver jewelry and you have noticed that some pieces are attracted to magnets, you may find yourself asking “Why is some sterling silver jewelry magnetic?” If you have come across this phenomenon, you may want to reconsider where you buy your sterling silver jewelry. A supplier may [...]
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Sterling silver is used for many products. In addition to jewelry such as earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets, sterling silver is seen in a variety of other household products. Silverware, plates, cups, mirrors, hair clips, electronics, and just about any decorative piece you can think of has used sterling silver. When buying a piece [...]
There are ways to prevent sterling silver from tarnishing. When buying sterling silver jewelry, rub your finger over the metal and take note of any smudges on your skin. If you see any residue, it will probably worsen with time. Do no wear sterling silver jewelry in the shower or pool, because water and [...]
A common problem that comes with sterling silver is tarnish. Pure silver does not typically tarnish, although it can get black residue when exposed to sulfur. Sterling silver, on the other hand, can tarnish due to the way the alloy reacts to water and air. Silver that looks aged and dark in color means [...]
There are many benefits to turning pure silver into sterling silver. The allow of sterling silver hardens the pieces and allows them to retain their shape over time. In addition to maintaining the hardness and shape of the piece, the mixed alloy makes sterling silver less expensive. To sum up the process, sterling silver [...]
What exactly is sterling silver made of? Sterling silver is defined as 92.5% pure silver, and the rest another alloy metal such as copper, iron, or steel. The 7.5% different metal improves the durability of the finished material. This combination is ideal because fine jewelry is soft and prone to bending and breaking. Sterling [...]
There are thousands of options when it comes to jewelry. From elaborate costume jewelry to delicate fine jewelry, there is a very wide range of pieces in the jewelry market. Sometimes it can be hard to tell the difference between the materials that jewelry is made from. This is often the case with sterling [...]
Jewelry cleaning solutions are another option for removing and preventing tarnish on sterling silver jewelry. These solutions will remove any and all oxidation, even on pieces that are meant to have oxidation to bring out textures and patterns. If any of these solutions do not successfully remove the tarnish from the sterling silver jewelry, [...]
If a piece of sterling silver jewelry shows signs of tarnish, clean it right away without letting it sit longer. To remove oxidation from silver, use a silver polishing cloth. If the cloth does not remove all the tarnish, wash the jewelry (without stones or pearls) in warm water. Put a few drops of [...]
The most effective way to prevent sterling silver jewelry from tarnishing is to store it in a clean, dry airtight container such as a Ziploc bag or Tupperware. You may want to use an anti-tarnish strip with the jewelry in the container, which will help to absorb tarnish-causing elements. Do not wear sterling silver [...]