Tips for Silver Jewelry Lovers
Please don't swim in a chlorinated pool with your Silver Jewelry. The chemical reaction (no need to bore you with specifics) will turn your jewelry black. "Ditto" with a natural mineral spring spa. A polishing cloth is the very best way to maintain the luster of Silver. Try to avoid dips, sprays, and other metal cleaning solutions. Yes, they do offer immediate gratification. However, that comes with a cost. Build up of these chemicals occurs causing your Silver to tarnish even more rapidly and a sticky residue will form. If your Silver Jewelry has turned dark from a pool, improper storage or as a result of using the cleaners mentioned above, "NEVR-DULL" is a super product to correct this and restore the natural beauty of your Jewelry. This product is also a pretty good way to buff out minor scratches on Sterling Silver.
http://www.nevrdull.com/index.htm
Do not use this product on Silver Plated, Rhodium Plated, E-Coated, or any plated metals. When shopping beware of the word "STYLE". More often than not jewelry referred to as Bali style is not Balinese made. Tiffany style is generally not Tiffany jewelry. I'm sure you get it. Handle your jewelry on the edges after cleaning and when putting a piece on. This will keep finger prints from attracting tarnish. Store your Silver Jewelry in zip-lock bags. Keep them in a jewelry box, drawer, or any dark place. Wearing and enjoying your jewelry is the best way to prevent tarnish. Of course always apply makeup, hair spray and fragrances before your jewelry goes on.
ATTENTION:
Certainly we are all aware of the recalls for toys made in China. But did you know that one of the the most frequent products recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is children's jewelry? The same culprit seems to be high lead content coming from jewelry sold in vending machines and elsewhere. Please go to this link for updates and information to help protect yourself and family from exposure to recalled products.
http://www.cpsc.gov/
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Written by and Copyright © Doug Clemens www.sausalitosilver.com
About The Author:
Doug has been involved with almost every facet of the Sterling Silver Jewelry industry since 1974. His experience includes manufacturing, importing and distribution. Also a key silver jewelry and fashion watch resource for major department stores and independents. In addition, an owner/operator of silver jewelry retail outlets
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