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Sterling silver is, contrary to popular belief, not 100% pure silver. It is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. It’s the copper that give it strength, and makes it very attractive for making things like sterling silver earrings.
Earrings made with silver, though not likely sterling, have been found and dated to about 5000 years ago. Modern day sterling silver earrings can actually be made of a variety of different flavors of sterling silver.
Argentium® Sterling Silver is still made with 92.5% silver. However, by replacing some of the copper with germanium, the new sterling silver was:
more resistant...
Over time the effects of the elements will combine to tarnish your sterling silver earrings. Here are some tips to help keep them beautiful.
ONE
One way to combat this elemental attack is to properly store your sterling silver earrings. Choose a place that is cool and dry.
TWO
Avoid contact with any chemicals – think chlorine – that might interact with your sterling silver earrings.
Do not take your earrings into the pool with you for your daily swim.
THREE
When dressing, it might be a good idea to spray on your perfume or cologne before putting on your earrings. It is believed that this...
Reason NUMBER FOUR to Buy Sterling Silver Earrings
Nothing looks better then sterling silver earrings with the classic ‘little black dress’.
Overview of Sterling Silver Jewelry
Posted by JohnT on Jun 16th, 2010 in SilverPlum Jewelry | 0 comments
Sterling silver is, contrary to popular belief, not 100% pure silver. It is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. It’s the copper that give it strength, and makes it very attractive for making things like sterling silver earrings.
Earrings made with silver, though not likely sterling, have been found and dated to about 5000 years ago. Modern day sterling silver earrings can actually be made of a variety of different flavors of sterling silver.
Argentium® Sterling Silver is still made with 92.5% silver. However, by replacing some of the copper with germanium, the new sterling silver was:
more resistant...5 Things You Can Do to Avoid Tarnishing Your Sterling Silver Earrings
Posted by JohnT on Apr 1st, 2010 in SilverPlum Jewelry | 0 comments
Over time the effects of the elements will combine to tarnish your sterling silver earrings. Here are some tips to help keep them beautiful.
ONE
One way to combat this elemental attack is to properly store your sterling silver earrings. Choose a place that is cool and dry.
TWO
Avoid contact with any chemicals – think chlorine – that might interact with your sterling silver earrings.
Do not take your earrings into the pool with you for your daily swim.
THREE
When dressing, it might be a good idea to spray on your perfume or cologne before putting on your earrings. It is believed that this...6 Reasons to Buy Sterling Silver Earrings
Posted by JohnT on Apr 1st, 2010 in SilverPlum Jewelry | 0 comments
Reason NUMBER FOUR to Buy Sterling Silver Earrings
Nothing looks better then sterling silver earrings with the classic ‘little black dress’.