Jewels of Denial contacted me to write about their jewelry, the focus being on sterling silver. This was a great chance for me to find a gorgeous pair of sterling silver earrings because I simply didn't have any!
I went through most of the site and found this pair of twisted ribbon sterling silver earrings and chose them. From the website, I wasn't sure what I was going to get. But once I received them in the mail and put them on, I knew I was wearing a high quality pair of earrings.
Plus, I love the way they twist around my ears and create a great shine!
As I perused the site further, I noticed I kept reading the words "sterling silver." Does anyone actually know what sterling silver means? I hear it all the time, but have never actually tried to figure it out... until now.
Pure silver is a soft metal. It's often mixed with other metals to create an alloy that is stronger. According to Jewels of Denial, "True sterling silver is stamped with .925 for authenticity, although it does have a slight mix of other metals such as zinc or copper to make it less prone to damage."
I've had sterling silver items in the past and the problem I would have with them is the green tarnish that would build-up as the silver oxidized over time. I can't polish my silver on a daily basis, so what I love about Jewels of Denial silver jewelry is that they apply a polished rhodium finish to the sterling silver jewelry to maintain its glossy finish for many years.
Though it will eventually tarnish, this can be delayed based on several factors such as how much the jewelry is worn, how it is stored, the climate in which the jewelry is sent, etc. A quick cleaning with some good tarnish remover and a metal-friendly cleaner is all that it takes.
Glossy indeed and now glossy for you as Jewels of Denial has sponsored a giveaway of any pair of earrings of your choice for one of you!
To Enter:
Visit Jewels of Denial and comment with your favorite item. Be sure to leave your email in the comment.
For a second entry, comment on what would make the website better (different products, layout, graphics, etc.)
Contest will end March 25, 2010 @ midnight EST
BE SURE TO ENTER MY OTHER GIVEAWAYS LISTED IN THE TOP RIGHT!
Contest open to USA, Canada and Australia entries only
DISCLAIMER:
Winner will have 48 hours to confirm win by the email I send to him/her. By entering this contest you agree to not hold me nor the sponsor responsible if I don't get your confirmation email or if the prize does not arrive.
Jewels of Denial asked me to review their product and the above is my honest opinion with as much accuracy as possible. Once winner has confirmed, I either send winner's info to the sponsor or if prize is in my possession, I mail it. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter.
