Postcards From the Studio

Some people cringe at the prospect of buying Sterling silver jewelry due to the tarnishing properties of silver. Memories of hours of cleaning Grandma’s tea set linger fresh in their minds. Yet, Sterling silver is relatively easy to care for…

For centuries, traditional Sterling silver has been the choice of jewelry artisans due to its light color, strength and malleability. However, Sterling does present some challenges. Specifically, it is prone to fire scale and tarnishing. While thoughtful, simple solutions can keep both at bay, it’s good to know that there is an alternative to traditional Sterling: Argentium…