TAKE CARE OF YOUR SILVER JEWELLERY: A basic guide
Silver jewellery is a classic and stylish accessory that can bring sophistication to any outfit. Whether you own 925 silver, which is 92.5% sterling silver jewellery, or 925 oxidised silver jewellery, it's important to take proper care of your pieces to ensure they remain looking beautiful for years to come. Tarnish prevention is a crucial aspect of silver jewellery care. Tarnish occurs when silver reacts with the sulphur in the air or other substances.
To maintain the shine and prevent tarnish on your silver jewellery, consider these helpful tips:
- Silver jewellery should be stored in an airtight container or a jewellery box with Ziplock to prevent tarnishing. This will help to minimize the exposure of your silver jewellery to air, moisture, and other substances that can cause tarnish. Do not keep the jewellery in plastic pollies ( without ziplock) as it contains sulphur which can directly lead to tarnishing.
- Regular maintenance of your silver jewellery is important. Silver jewellery requires regular cleaning to maintain its lustre and shine. There are several methods you can use to clean your silver jewellery. One popular method is to use a silver polishing cloth, which is a soft cloth specially designed for cleaning and polishing silver. This cloth is usually treated with a cleaning solution that helps to remove tarnish and restore the shine of your silver jewellery.
- Avoid exposing your silver jewellery to harsh chemicals. Silver jewellery can tarnish when exposed to harsh chemicals like household cleaning agents, perfumes, and chlorine in swimming pools.
- Consider removing your silver jewellery before engaging in activities that may cause damage or tarnish. This includes activities such as swimming, exercising, gardening, and cooking.
- Avoid storing your silver jewellery with other metals. If possible, store your silver jewellery separately from other metals to prevent scratching and potential chemical reactions.
- Even if you are not keeping other metal jewellery with 925 silver jewellery, do not keep your 925 jewelleries too close to each other. The best is to keep them individually in different Ziplock or containers.
In conclusion, by following these tips and being mindful of how you store, clean, and wear your silver jewellery, you can prolong its beauty and elegance for years to come. Taking care of your 925 silvers, whether it is sterling silver jewellery or oxidized silver jewellery, is essential in ensuring its longevity and beauty. By preventing tarnish, regularly cleaning, avoiding harsh chemicals, removing during certain activities, and storing separately from other metals, you can maintain the lustre and shine of your silver jewellery.
