FREE: Swarovski Crystal Waterfall Earrings in Sterling Silver

All silver tarnishes whether it is sterling or plated. The first thing you need to know is that "tarnish happens" when it comes to jewelry. Even gold jewelry, after many years, will eventually tarnish. Tarnish is caused by the reaction of the copper, in the sterling silver, to humidity and elements. Even perfumes, lotions, hair care products and sweat will accelerate tarnish on jewelry.

The remedy: Try to make sure all your "body products" (hairspray, lotions, etc.) are dry before putting on your jewelry. After you are done wearing your jewelry, wipe it clean and dry with a soft cloth (I prefer plush cotton or flannel) before storing it.

While it may not look as pretty, plastic zip-top bags are the best container to use to store your jewelry.

To answer your question about the chain or as you are calling it "the threads" - yes the threads or chains are sterling. The components are the ball head pins used to attach the crystals, the jump rings used to attach the threads/chains, the twisted circle which the threads/chains hang on.

Depends on how you care for these earrings as to whether or not they will tarnish over time. Proper storage and care is the key to sterling silver, plated or not.

The chain and ear wires are sterling the rest of the components are silver plated and the crystals are genuine Swarovski

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