Sterling silver can oxidise with time and some silver jewellery actually improves with ages and develops a lush patina.

To maintain the quality of your piece:

* Dont wear st. silver in water or when working with household chemicals

** If you use chemicals (eg perfume, lotion, make-up, deodorant, hairspray) apply them before you put on your jewellery

*** Store pieces individually so they don't knock together and scratch

**** Avoid dust, moisture and direct sunlight when storing jewellery

***** Finally, when wearing your jewellery piece, be sure that it is the last to be put on and first to be taken off.