“Oxidized” is another term used to describe silver. For some works silversmiths intentionally allow parts of the jewelry to darken and oxidize, typically small details, to make them stand out more. This detailing can be lost, though, with excessive cleaning and polishing. So be sure to ident...
Tarnish makes your sterling silver jewelry or serving utensils look dirty, even though they aren't. The problem occurs because of the silver's reaction to items that contain sulfur or oxygen in the air. Instead of using caustic chemicals to clean silver, turn to ingredients from nature forgree...
Here is a round up of tips for cleaning silver and polishing silver, including silver plate, and sterling silver, to remove tarnish and bring out its natural shine. Do you spend a lot of time cleaning your home and possessions? If so, you can use some good tips to help you get these...
You need to be especially careful when polishing items that are just plated with silver. Silver plate means these items just have a layer of silver on top of another base metal. Sterling silver, on the other hand, is mainly silver (with other metals mixed in for hardness) all the way th...
To invest in jewels you’ll feel confident will go the distance, remember that not everything has to be made in solid silver, gold or platinum to make it worth its weight in, er, gold. Pieces labelled “gold-filled” are perhaps the most durable “impure” option, with an extra-thick...
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Sterling Silver Jewelry Your Coach silver wants self-care, too, and a charming sterling piece deserves some special TLC. To give it that award-winning gleam, gently clean with our polishing cloth, rubbing in one direction. We do not recommend using harsh products or fabrics like jewelry cleaner...