Ear Wires, 15mm, 23 gauge, Sterling Silver, 2 pairs

Sterling silver is the global standard for high-quality silver jewelry. Sterling silver is an alloy, meaning it is a mixture of 92.5% Pure Silver: This gives the metal its luster and precious value and 7.5% Other Metals (usually Copper): This "hardens" the silver, making it durable enough to hold its shape and resist scratching. Fine silver (99.9% purity) is incredibly soft. If you made a ring out of pure silver, it would bend out of shape if you squeezed your hand too hard. Sterling silver provides the strength needed for functional items while retaining the beauty of the precious metal.

One of the few downsides of sterling silver is that it tarnishes (turns dark or yellow) over time. This is a chemical reaction between the copper in the alloy and sulfur or moisture in the air. It is not a sign of poor quality; in fact, it often proves the item is genuine. The best way to prevent tarnish is actually to wear the silver. The natural oils in your skin can help protect the metal. When not wearing it, store it in an airtight bag to keep air out. If your silver does tarnish, it is easily reversible. A treated silver polishing cloth is the safest method. It removes tarnish without scratching the metal. Avoid wearing sterling silver in swimming pools (chlorine) or hot springs (sulfur), as these can turn the metal black almost instantly

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