Silver jewelry is timeless — but like all precious pieces, it needs a little love to maintain its shine. Tarnishing is a natural process, especially with sterling silver, and over time, it may occur. But with proper care, you can keep your ASJ jewelry looking as beautiful as the day you received it.
Why Silver Tarnishes
Tarnishing is caused by a chemical reaction between silver and elements in the air. Here are common reasons your jewelry may tarnish more quickly:
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Exposure to air, humidity, and pollution — especially when stored unworn.
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Contact with perfumes, hair sprays, or body lotions.
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Moisture in the environment.
Note: Water alone does not damage silver — but it’s best to dry your pieces thoroughly after contact.
How to Prevent Tarnish
Keep your jewelry glowing with these simple steps:
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Store it properly: Keep your silver pieces in an airtight bag or the original box.
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Avoid direct sunlight when not wearing the jewelry.
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Apply perfume, lotions, or sprays first, and let them dry before wearing your jewelry.
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For plated pieces (platinum or gold), avoid contact with perfumes and water to preserve the finish.
Cleaning Your Silver Jewelry
For light tarnish, gently polish using a silver polishing cloth (velvet-type). It helps restore shine but does not remove scratches.
Deep Cleaning Sterling Silver (Non-Plated Only)
To restore brilliance to unplated sterling silver, you can use calcium carbonate powder:
Steps:
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Rinse the piece with warm water.
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Apply calcium carbonate powder to an old toothbrush and gently rub the jewelry.
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Rinse again with warm water.
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Let it air dry on a soft velvet cloth.
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Store only once completely dry.
⚠️ This method is not suitable for silver pieces that are plated in gold or platinum.
Plated Jewelry Care
Plated pieces require extra care. To preserve the finish:
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Avoid exposure to water, perfume, and harsh chemicals.
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Gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wearing.
If your plated sterling silver jewelry needs attention or re-polishing, we’re here to help.
📩 Email us at: info@annelsaban.com
Need Professional Polishing?
We offer re-polishing services for all ASJ silver pieces.
📩 Reach out to us at info@annelsaban.com, and we’ll guide you through the process.