925 Sterling Silver Jewellery
About Our Recycled 925 Sterling Silver:
At RAWNINETY, we craft all our pieces from recycled 925 sterling silver. Composed of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper or other metals for added strength, our recycled silver offers the same high quality and durability as newly mined silver. By choosing recycled materials, we help reduce the need for mining, minimising environmental impact and promoting sustainable production.
By following these simple care instructions listed below, your RAWNINETY sterling silver jewellery will retain its quality and shine, allowing it to be admired for a lifetime.
- Store it properly: Proper storage is key to maintaining the shine of your sterling silver jewellery. Keep your pieces in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and humidity. Use our complimentary RAWNINETY anti-tarnish pouch or an airtight bag to limit exposure to air and moisture, which can cause oxidation. To prevent scratching, store your jewellery separately in soft pouches or compartments.
- Clean it regularly: Sterling silver naturally tarnishes over time, but regular cleaning can maintain its natural quality appearance. After each wear, wipe your jewellery with a soft polishing cloth (included with your RAWNINETY order) to remove oils, dirt, and pollutants. For a deeper clean, use a mild soap and warm water solution. Gently scrub with a soft toothbrush, rinse, and dry completely before storing.
- Avoid exposure to chemicals: To keep your silver jewellery in top condition, avoid contact with chemicals. Remove your jewellery before swimming in chlorine, using cleaning products, or applying sunscreen, lotions, and perfumes. These substances can accelerate tarnishing and damage the silver’s finish.
- Avoid contact with hot water and saunas: High temperatures can negatively affect the appearance of sterling silver, so remove your jewellery before entering saunas or using hot water.
- Physical activities: Avoid wearing your silver jewellery during activities like working out at the gym, lifting weights, or using tools. Impact with hard surfaces can damage or scratch the silver, so it's best to remove your pieces during physical activity.
- Wear it often: Interestingly, wearing your sterling silver regularly can help prevent tarnish. The natural oils from your skin clean the silver and keep it polished. Just remember to wipe it down at the end of the day with your RAWNINETY polishing cloth.
- Use your RAWNINETY polish cloth: Gently buff the tarnish away with your polishing cloth. For our Australian customers, if you require an additional RAWNINETY ring cloth, please reach out via our Contact Us page, and we will send you one at no charge.
- For stubborn tarnish: You can use a professional silver cleaning solution, but avoid overuse to preserve the natural patina. We also recommend using a verified 925 sterling silver polishing compound designed for tarnish removal. This will help remove a thin layer of silver affected by oxidation and provide a high polish. Be sure to do your research and verify product reviews before use.
- Professional cleaning: If home methods don’t yield results, consider professional cleaning to restore your jewellery’s shine without causing damage.