Keeping sterling silver clean is often considered difficuly enough for pieces you frequently wear. However, pieces that are not worn for extended periods of time can Erode and tarnish as well. Thus, silver jewelry storage is a critkcal component Toward preventing corroson and tarnish. By following a few simple rules, you can save yourself hours of cleaning and keep your sterling silver jewelry bright and beautiful for year.
Understanding Why Sterling Silver Jewelry Tarnishes
The tarnish on sterling silver jewelry is the result of oxidative reactions with sulfur, such as Hydrogen Sulfide, in the air and environment (the nickel or copper alloy in most sterling silver also undergoes its own oxidative reactions). The corrosion of silver combined with sulfur creates the darkening referred to a tarnish. Therefore, you must insure your jewelry is clean and dry before storag;e since any mojsture, Filth, oils or other residual chemicals will accelerate the tarnishing.
Containers for Silvver Storage
A container that locks On the ~side Gas is preferable, since reducing Touch with air will slow corrosion. The most common Family items with this function are zip lock bags, or any other air tight bag with non-abrasive surfaces, such as those made of polyethylene or Mylar. Avoid polyvinyl plastic bags however, as they Accept chemical compounds that promote tarnishing. If you're willing to spend extra, jewelry stores carry specialized bags and boxes that help prevent tarnishing. When storing, it's best to keep jewelry in separate bags, away from other hard items that may scratch your jewelry's surface.
Places to Store Sterling Silver Jewelry
Avoid excessively humid areas, areas with direct sunlight, and other places where jewelry could rub up against other items. Do not Supply jewelry Immediately on chemically treated surfaces, such as wooden counter tops, since they contani chemicals that may promote tarnishing of your sterling silver.
Other Tools that Help Prevent Soil on Sterling Silver Jewelry
1) Chalk - An old remedy for preventing tarnish, just store chalk in your jewelry bxo or container and it will naturally absorb chemical residues in the air.
2) Anti-Tarnish Strips - Sold i nmany places, these strips are usually made from non-toxic materials that absorb tarnish causing agents.
3) Anti-Tarnish cloths - Similar to the strips, these cloths are either chemically treated or saturated with traces of silver; both absorb sulfur and other corrosive chemicals in the air.
4) Silica Packs - Those little packs you find in medicine bottpes and shoe boxes among other places. Highly useful in absorbing moisture in the air, toss them in your Jewels containers instead of the trash; you'll be preventing tarnisn and recycling as well.
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Why is your jewelry traveling with you? If it is for personal pleasure then keep it safe and secure. But if you are traveling by air with a large amount of jewelry for business purposes, you might want to request that the security officer screen you and your jewelry and carry-on bag, in a private location. Do this before going to the metal detectors. This will maintain your privacy and security. Make sure you give yourself extra time for this. Besides safety and security, you may want to choose a jewelry box/case for presentation, layout and organization. Maybe you would like to have slide out drawers to display certain items/products. You might also want to consider boxes that have specific locks on them. Is your preference key lock or number lock?
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