Here are some common Myths and their Truths:
Myth 1: Sterling Silver Tarnishes Easily and Turns Black Instantly
Truth: While it's true that sterling silver can tarnish over time, it's not an overnight process. The tarnishing is a natural chemical reaction between the silver and Sulphur-containing elements in the air. Several factors like humidity, exposure to chemicals, and even your individual body chemistry can influence the tarnishing rate.
Myth 2: Sterling Silver is Fragile and Easily Breaks
Truth: Sterling silver is an alloy, meaning it's a combination of pure silver (around 92.5%) and other metals like copper, for added strength and durability. While it might not be as strong as some other metals, sterling silver is well-suited for everyday wear with proper care.
Myth 3: Cleaning Sterling Silver Requires Expensive Special Products
Truth: Most of the time, you can restore the shine of your tarnished sterling silver with simple household items like warm water with mild dishwash or baby shampoo and gently rubbing the piece with cotton cloth. There are also readily available silver polishing cloths that are gentle and effective.
Myth 4: Magnetic Closures Damage Sterling Silver
Truth: While strong magnets can potentially scratch any metal, the small magnets used in clasps and closures are unlikely to cause significant damage to your sterling silver jewellery.
