Sterling Silver Jewelry

Sterling silver is the standard for beautiful high-quality silver jewelry. It's over 90% pure silver, mixed with alloys to add strength and durability. And it won't wear down, as silver plating can. Sterling silver is the most popular concentration found in silvery items, and a marking of "925" can be visibly noted engraved onto either the backside or the inside of each piece. It is the most ideal percentage for having enough durability without loosing much of the natural bright sheen.

Nowadays, buyers highly prefer silver jewelry items that are made of beautiful sterling silver. The collection of sterling silver jewelry include classic as well as contemporary designs created by some of the finest silver craftsmen. Since sterling silver ornaments are subject to tarnishing, they should be kept in an air-tight plastic pouch when not in use. Buffing with a soft cotton cloth before storing the sterling silver ornaments is also a good idea. Proper maintenance increases the life of the jewelry and also prevents it from tarnishing.

The small amount of copper added to sterling, while making jewelry has very little effect on the metal's value. Instead, the price of the silver item is affected by the labor involved in making the item, the skill of the craftspersons, and the intricacy of the design. The making of sterling silver jewelry involves a variety of embellishments, such as chasing, filigree, and inlaying, which have engaged the talents of skilled artisans since prehistoric times.

• Sterling Silver Chains
• Sterling Silver Necklaces
• Sterling Silver Bangles
• Sterling Silver Earrings
• Sterling Silver Bracelets
• Sterling Silver Rings