What is 925 silver + 6 tips to take care of your silver jewelry

Women love jewelry, while in recent years men have actively entered the game by choosing jewelry even for their everyday looks. Let's face it: who doesn't love a beautiful piece of jewelry?

Jewelry adds beauty and luxury even to the simplest look… Just imagine a simple black dress and how it can be elevated with the addition of a special piece of jewelry (Check out the best sellers poppy earrings with red enamel from Emmanuela)!

"Silver jewelry is one of the most popular, since it goes with everything and is a classic value in jewelry selection.”

What does 925 silver mean in jewelry?;

Silver as a material is actually too soft a metal to be used as such in jewelry making. The jewelry, which is stamped 925, means that it consists of 92.5 pure silver and 7.5 different metals. What you need to know is: the best silver jewelry is made from 925 silver!   

However, many people do not choose to buy silver jewelry for fear of it tarnishing them. Many times when silver comes into contact with chemicals it can oxidize and blacken its surface, but this is something that is easily removed and should not worry you.

In any case, all the handmade jewelry that is made of 925 silver or is gold-plated requires special care. For this reason, here are 5 smart tips that will help you keep your favorite silver jewelry looking like new!

1. Avoid contact of jewelry with anything containing alcohol (e.g. perfumes) or with any detergent, coke cream

2. To store them, prefer small bags, as when they are exposed it is easier for them to be scratched or affected by the passage of time. In general, they should come into contact with air as little as possible. You can store them in airtight containers or bags.

3. Make sure that when you get home, your silver jewelry is the first thing you remove.

4. Do not wear your jewelry when swimming or bathing.

5. Do you want to treat your jewelry? Place them in a jug of warm water, adding a few drops of liquid dishwashing detergent while brushing with a soft old toothbrush. Then dry with a soft cloth.

6. Clean your jewelry with baking soda, as it is the most suitable method for cleaning silver pieces.

Follow the instructions above and enjoy your handmade silver jewelry for a lifetime! Choose from a wide variety of silver jewelry in elaborate and beautiful designs with free shipping from www.emmanuela.gr.