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All Sterling Silver jewelry will tarnish with time, as soon as sterling silver makes contact with Oxygen, tarnishing will begin. Please note your sterling silver jewelry will not discolor immediately, usually pieces that are cared for will not tarnish for a year or so. Tarnish can easily be taken off your jewelry with a Sterling Silver Polishing Cloth.
- Do not use a sterling silver polishing cloth on silver plated findings.
- Polish your pieces regularly using a non-abrasive cleaning cloth.
- Do not dry silver off with paper towels or tissues, always use a soft cloth.
- Toothpaste and an old toothbrush is also a good way to remove tarnish from silver.
- When you are not wearing your jewelry, store it in a cool, dry place. A Zip-lock bag is ideal for this and will help prevent both tarnishing and scratching by other pieces. Every piece I send out comes in its own zip-lock bag.
- Always remove your jewelry before doing household chores, especially when washing dishes.
- Avoid abrasive cleaners, detergents and commercial jewelry cleaners "dips" especially if the pieces have an oxidized finish.
- If your jewelry contains gemstones or pearls, do not immerse in water, as this can loosen some settings. Never use dips or abrasives cleaners on gemstones.
- Always read instructions on the side of Jewelry Cleaners and Jewelry Cleaner Machines prior to putting your jewelry in it.
- Do not wear your jewelry to bed, swimming, in the shower or washing dishes. It is best to leave putting on your jewelry until the last moment, after you have put on make-up, used hairspray, body spray, parfum or deodorant. This will cut down the tarnish process.
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