What is Sterling Silver Jewellery? (and why should you care?)

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Humans have long been entranced by sparkling silver: as jewellery, coinage, high status homewares and status symbols and much more besides. Silver is often used to celebrate milestones, achievements, celebrations and ceremonies, as well as for its beautiful ornamental value. But how much do you really know about silver and your silver jewellery? What is sterling silver anyway? Why does silver tarnish and how can you clean it? How is silver different to gold? And why should you care? As we've been designing and making silver jewellery for many years, we're here to give you the lowdown. Don't forget to also read our article all about gold, karats and carats. Let's get started Silver: the lowdown Similar in its composition and character to gold and copper, silver is a very soft, ductile and malleable metal which also takes a very high polish. While
Humans have long been entranced by sparkling silver: as jewellery, coinage, high status homewares and status symbols and much more besides. Silver is often used to celebrate
Unique Australian jewellery designed for creative women and made in silver, gold and gemstones.