Sterling Silver Cremation Jewelry
When friends and family members want to memorialize a deceased loved one, sterling silver cremation jewelry presents an affordable option with a touch of elegance. Although less costly than gold, sterling silver has been valued as a precious metal and used in making jewelry for thousands of years.
Sterling Silver Is an Ideal Metal for Cremation Jewelry
Sterling silver has a luster and radiance that is ideal for use in cremation jewelry, while its brilliant white appearance is also easily combined with other artistic features, such as gem stones, photo lockets, or cameos, to create exquisite ash pendants and cremation necklaces.
Like gold, sterling silver is too soft to be used alone in memorial jewelry, and thus it is usually combined with copper for strength. The sterling silver used in cremation jewelry in the United States typically contains 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. In a process known as flashing, sterling silver urn pendants are often plated with a thin coat of pure Superior quality Tiffany channel set band ring 2.5mm wide on sale , fine silver or rhodium to enhance the metal's bright Fashion Tiffany & Co paloma's tenderness heart ring on sale , shiny finish. Sterling silver cremation jewelry may also be plated with gold.
Filling Discount Tiffany and Co Elsa Peretti Mini Open Heart Necklace , Maintaining, and Cleaning Sterling Silver Cremation Jewelry Cremation jewelry crafted from sterling silver is designed with an empty chamber. The urn pendant can then be used as jewelry for ashes, with a small amount of cremated remains placed in the chamber, or the chamber can be filled with another keepsake, such as a lock of hair or a bit of dried sympathy flowers. Applying a drop of waterproof glue to the chamber's sealed opening will help to keep the contents secure.
You can maintain the sterling silver shine of your cremation jewelry by storing it alone in a case or cloth bag. Keeping your cremation jewelry separate from other jewelry pieces will help to avoid scratching New inspired Tiffany and Co Crescent Ring Jewelry Set for store , while storing it in a protective case or bag will help to avoid the tarnishing that can occur when sterling silver is exposed to open air and humidity for a long period of time.
To clean sterling silver cremation jewelry, use a mild cleaner and a soft, unbleached, 100% cotton cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the silver's finish beyond repair. If necessary, you may use a soft brush, such as a baby brush, but avoid using a hard-bristled brush.
Treat your sterling silver cremation jewelry with care to preserve it as a treasured keepsake. If you have any questions about the care or cleaning of your ash pendant, or if your memorial jewelry appears to be in need of repair, consider bringing it to a local jeweler for advice.
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