Silver is a living finish — it deepens and glows with time and care. With a few simple habits, your Amayaah artifact will stay luminous for generations. This short guide covers everything you need to keep your pieces at their best.
Why silver tarnishes
Silver reacts naturally with moisture and the trace sulphur in air, which can gradually dull its surface. This is normal and, importantly, reversible — a tarnished piece has not been damaged, only mellowed, and the shine can always be restored with gentle care.
Everyday care
- Wipe gently with a soft, dry cotton or microfibre cloth after handling.
- Keep pieces away from moisture, perfume, incense smoke and direct humidity.
- Dust intricate detailing regularly with a clean, soft brush so grime does not settle in the grooves.
- Handle by the base where possible; the natural oils on fingertips can mark polished surfaces over time.
Restoring the shine safely
Should the silver mellow over time, use a specialist silver-polishing cloth and work gently along the contours of the piece. For detailed or coated surfaces, avoid abrasive creams and liquid dips, which can be too harsh. When in doubt, polish lightly and less often rather than aggressively.
What to avoid
- Abrasive polishes, scouring pads or toothpaste on fine detailing.
- Harsh chemical dips, which can strip a delicate finish.
- Storing pieces in humid bathrooms or near cleaning products.
Storing your artifacts
If a piece is being put away, wrap it in a soft anti-tarnish cloth and store it somewhere cool and dry. Displayed pieces simply benefit from a stable spot away from windows and moisture.
Care that comes with every piece
Each Amayaah order arrives with a care card, so your artifact stays as radiant as the day it arrived. Cared for well, a silver-coated piece is not consumed by time — it is enriched by it, ready to be passed down as part of your family’s story. Explore the full collection or read more in the Journal.
