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What Metals Used For Jewelry Are Hypoallergenic?

Hypoallergenic jewelry is specifically made for those who experience allergic reactions to certain types of metal. A lot of jewelry companies will state right on the package if the metal used in the jewelry is hypoallergenic. Most people have a reaction to nickel, so it is also important to check if the jewelry is nickel free. Other metals that are hypoallergenic are platinum, rhodium, niobium, and gold.

August 08, 2022
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How-To: Read Stamps For Sterling Silver

Sterling silver is the most common alloy mix found in jewelry. It must be at least 92.5% pure silver, but the other 7.5% can be any metal. Hence, that is why sterling silver jewelry is always stamped; which is used to indicate the percentage of silver it contains.

August 08, 2022
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What is "REAL" Sterling Silver and How Consumers Have Been Misled Their Entire Life

August 08, 2022
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How-To: Tell If Silver Is Real

Silver is one of the prettiest metals out there - especially in the jewelry making industry. However, with everything in the world as it is today, how can you tell if it is real? Today we are going to go through a few little tests you can do to tell if the silver you have is real.

August 08, 2022
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Does Sterling Silver Tarnish?

Sterling silver is a popular option for jewelry. However, many consumers wonder if sterling silver will actually tarnish. Sterling silver is more durable than regular silver. But does it tarnish? If so, how long? The amount of time it takes for the tarnish to form depends on the amount of exposure the sterling silver has been exposed to air.

August 08, 2022
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What Metals Used For Jewelry Are Hypoallergenic?

How-To: Read Stamps For Sterling Silver

What is "REAL" Sterling Silver and How Consumers Have Been Misled Their Entire Life

How-To: Tell If Silver Is Real

Does Sterling Silver Tarnish?

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