🧾 Differences between 999, 990 and 925 silver

1. 999 silver (fine silver)

-Silver content: 99.9%

-Properties: Extremely soft, easily moldable, but susceptible to scratches and oxidation

-Use: Ideal for traditional jewelry such as bracelets or pendants without delicate details

-Marking: “999” or “S999”

2. 990 silver (almost fine silver)

-Silver content: 99.0%

-Properties: Slightly harder than 999 silver, yet soft and susceptible to oxidation

-Use: Suitable for simple jewelry designs that require higher purity

-Marking: “990” or “S990”

3. 925 silver (sterling silver)

-Silver content: 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper or other metals

-Properties: Harder and more durable, less susceptible to scratches and oxidation

-Use: Widely used in jewelry making, especially for delicate and detailed designs

-Marking: “925” or “S925”

🧼 Care instructions for silver jewelry

✅ Dos:

-Regular cleaning: Use a soft silver care cloth or special silver cleaning products to remove tarnish.

-Dry storage: Store your jewelry in airtight containers or with anti-tarnish strips to prevent oxidation.

-Gentle cleaning: For mild cleaning, you can use warm water with a little dish soap and clean the jewelry with a soft brush.

❌ Don'ts:

-Avoid contact with chemicals: Keep your jewelry away from perfume, hairspray, chlorine and cleaning products.

-Do not wear while swimming or showering: water, especially chlorinated or salty water, can damage silver.

-Do not clean with abrasive materials: Avoid using toothpaste or baking soda as these can scratch the surface.