Why 925 Silver Turns Black and How to Prevent Tarnish on Your Jewelry
925 sterling silver is a classic in the world of jewelry because it looks great, its slimmer on your wallet than gold and most importantly you can wear 925 silver every day. So, if you have spotted that your beloved silver ring or necklace has turned blackish over time there is nothing to be disheartened. You are far from alone, and most importantly of all your jewellery is not ruined! In this post, we will uncover the reasons why 925 Silver tarnishes and provide you with some easy-peasy tips to ensure your silver jewelry stays sparkly and classy for as long as possible. What Is 925 Sterling Silver? Let’s start with the basics. 925 sterling silver — 92.5 parts pure Silver, and 7.5# other metals (usually copper) However, pure silver is too soft to be used for most jewellery and therefore the addition of copper increases durability. On the other hand, copper oxidizes when exposed to humidity, atmosphere and certain substances —and here comes one of my favorite parts: Why Does 925 S...