Buckle Care

Display and Storage

Place your silver in areas of your home that have fairly stable relative humidity and temperature. Avoid attics and basements; mantels above operating fireplaces; shelve immediately above or below air vents; and kitchens, where sulfur from cooking may accelerate oxidation.

Store silver in airtight containers such as Hagerty's Intercept bags or Pacific Silver cloth. Include silver strips like those made by Hagerty's to absorb sulfur ions, which can cause tarnishing.

Polishing

Remove watches and rings before polishing silver to avoid scratching it.

Polish with patience. Use gentle pressure and remove tarnish in two or three layers instead of one vigorous sweep.

Use a gentle liquid or cream polish such as Tarnishield or Hagerty's, both of which contain tarnish inhibitors. Read and follow the directions.

Avoid "miracle" dip solutions, which can remove niello, a shiny black coating applied to enhance the silversmith's workmanship. Also shun old methods using baking soda and metal foils, which remove not only tarnish but also minute amounts of silver.

Handling

The best way to care for silver objects is to separate them from harmful conditions such as moisture, sulfur and other airborne chemicals, and the natural acids and salts that accumulate on your skin.

Handle silver objects with clean cotton cloths or gloves.

Cleaning

Clean silver jewelry with mild soap (no bleach!) as soon as possible after use. Rinse and dry it completely. Avoid soaking flatware; extended exposure to water can damage it.

Never place silver in a dishwasher.


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