Sterling silver has many advantages when is used for fine jewelry, is less clear than gold or platinum, but it is very striking when combined with certain skin tones and hair in women, and also looks beautiful with stones as onyx, pearls, garnets, turquoise and amethysts. The silver designs range from the classic to the latest fashion trends. A simple bracelet or ring crafted in sterling silver, for example, convey a very conservative elegance; meanwhile a round with a silver surface accompanied by a gold bezel pendant, can give a more dramatic touch.
Jewelry made of silver continues to be used in a religious or spiritual aspect option. Crosses and other religious symbols are normally done in silver symbols of love, family and faith, also look beautiful when are made in this material. One aspect to consider is that sterling silver will always have good quality and excellent finishes carry a mark of their manufacturer.
It is normal to find the silver combined with other metals, like copper, to make it stronger and longer lasting. The sterling silver for its part, has a 92.5 % pure silver and this is easily verifiable as it has a stamp that says “925”, “9.25” or “Ster “. It is important to note that to maintain your silver jewelry should have special care and cleaning, since silver tends to fog and scratch easily. A good solution is to keep the money separate from other jewelry and store in a plastic bag or a small cloth and rub gently before use with a washcloth.