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Sterling silver is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. The copper in the alloy reacts to the sulphur compounds in the air (Sulphur Dioxide is a major component of air pollution) by tarnishing (oxidizing). If your jewelry is made of fine silver - stamped .999 - it will get dirty,but won't tarnish the way sterling, coin or European (.800) silver does.This is because fine silver contains only a trace amount of other metals. We believe cleaning silver jewelry should be reserved for those times whenthere really is no other way to make the piece wearable. We like to think of acommercial dip...

Stainless steel jewelry is made of a steel alloy that contains chromium. The good thing about stainless steel is that it does not corrode or rust. Although it is also very durable, this type of steel can get scratched and stained. This is why you should follow some simple rules to keep your stainless steel jewelry in good condition. Cleaning Stainless Steel Jewelry Although stainless steel jewelry doesn’t tarnish or corrode, it can scratch. Stainless steel jewelry is pretty easy to clean. Simply follow these steps: Pour some warm water in a small bowl, and add some mild dishwashing soap. Dip...

Many places offer a wide selection of cubic zirconia jewelry. These brilliant sparkling stones demand attention wherever they go. But what is cubic zirconia (CZ), and how is it made?A cubic zirconia is a man-made gemstone. They replicate the fire and flash of perfect diamonds, but at a fraction of the cost. Placed into fine gold or sterling silver settings, a cubic zirconia is almost indistinguishable from a genuine diamond. Only trained gemologists can tell the difference between the two.While CZ crystals have been known since 1937, early crystals were too small for jewelry-making. In the 1970's, scientists discovered how...