WHAT IS STERLING SILVER 925?
The terms 925 silver and sterling silver are terms you often come across and mean exactly the same thing. For convenience, I will use the term 925 silver here.
925 silver is an alloy: a mixture of different metals. It is made up of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, such as copper. For the jewelry from Soek. atelier, copper is added to make the silver stronger and more durable.
Pure silver is very soft, which makes it less suitable for jewelry that is worn daily. Combining it with a small percentage of copper creates a material that is beautiful, strong, and resistant to wear.
What does the number 925 mean?
The number refers to the amount of pure silver in the alloy. For 925 silver, the material is made up of 92.5% silver. The higher the number, the greater the proportion of pure silver.
It is no coincidence that 925 silver is the most widely used quality worldwide for handcrafted jewelry: it combines the beauty of pure silver with the sturdiness needed to enjoy wearing a piece of jewelry for years.
THE ADVANTAGES OF 925 STERLING SILVER LISTED ONE BY ONE
Why choose 925 silver?
Silver, silver-colored, plated silver... there are so many options these days. But what exactly is the difference? Below you’ll find the key benefits of 925 silver (sterling silver) as well as the reasons why all jewelry from Soek. Atelier is made from this material.
✓ A genuine precious metal made from 92.5% pure silver that holds its value.
✓ More affordable than gold, but with many of the same beautiful properties.
✓ Suitable for almost everyone, because the alloy contains no nickel.
✓ Will not transfer onto the skin, unlike many cheaper metals.
✓ Easy to care for and can always be polished back to its original shine.
✓ Strong and durable, meaning a silver jewelry piece will look beautiful for years.
In short: 925 silver combines beauty, quality, and durability. That is exactly why all jewelry from Soek. Atelier is made from this wonderful material.
THIS IS HOW YOU KEEP YOUR JEWELRY BEAUTIFUL
With proper care, you can enjoy shiny, sparkling jewelry for years. Silver is a beautiful material, but it is sensitive to external influences.
✓ Avoid contact with perfume, hairspray, body lotion, and cleaning products while wearing your jewelry.
✓ It’s best to remove your jewelry before showering, swimming, and using the sauna, as water and chemicals can cause discoloration.
✓ You should also remove your jewelry before sleeping and exercising. Silver can react to the acidity of your skin, which varies from person to person. The jewelry can discolor faster due to perspiration or prolonged skin contact.
With these simple habits, your silver jewelry will stay beautiful longer, and you can enjoy it for a lifetime.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR JEWELRY
Tarnish on silver is a natural property of the material, so there’s no need to worry. Over time, silver can become slightly darker or duller due to external factors. Luckily, this tarnish is easy to remove with a silver polishing cloth or silver dip, allowing your jewelry to regain its shine.
To keep your jewelry looking beautiful for as long as possible, it’s wise to store them in a closed jewelry box in a dry spot away from direct sunlight. With proper care, your handcrafted jewelry will retain its beauty and remain a treasured piece to wear again and again with pleasure.
CAN I BE ALLERGIC TO SILVER?
Silver 925 is an alloy, which is a mixture of different metals. It is made up of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals. For the jewelry from Soek. Atelier, pure silver is combined with copper. This makes the material stronger and more durable, because pure silver is naturally too soft to be suitable for jewelry worn daily.
A common metal allergy is an allergy to nickel, a material that is sometimes processed into alloys. Because I do not use nickel when making my jewelry, the chance of an allergic reaction is very small.