Silver jewellery is being worn since ages in the form of anklets, rings, and necklaces. Silver rings are today available as simple bands as well in varied designs. Women today find sliver ornaments very comfortable as they are very soft and delicate to wear.

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Finger rings are also available for online buying at leading online shops silver jewellery. However, most of us know very little about silver rings. Here we are sharing much more you should know about silver rings.

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Interesting Facts to Know About Silver Rings

Finger rings are an important part of engagement ceremonies in India. Rings are also an integral part of weddings in different cultures. The engagement is also popularly known as ring ceremony in many cultures. It would be beautiful to know certain interesting facts about this lovely ornament.

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1. Making of Silver Rings

Silver rings are made from sterling silver i.e. min 92.5% silver. Jewellers do not use pure silver for making adornments as it would be too fragile. This simply means, 92.5% is pure silver and rest is metal alloy. Jewellers mostly use copper as for sterling silver jewellery. Hence, 925 is stamped on the jewellery to indicate that it is sterling silver or genuine silver.

 

2. Characteristics

The major characteristic of the silver is its bright shine or lustre that attracts us. Moreover, silver has almost lifetime durability. Originally, silver is very soft for daily use but the addition of copper makes it strong.

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3. Designs

Silver rings were originally used in the form of simple bands for fingers. Gradually the rings are available in a variety of designs to exhibit femininity. Silver rings are also studded with pearls, gemstones, and diamonds of different colours. This makes them suitable to wear with coloured necklaces and earrings.

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4. Gemstone Rings

Silver rings are also worn in combination with certain gemstones for astrological reasons. Certain gemstones are considered auspicious and hence gemstone rings are extremely popular in India as well in other countries.

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5. Washing and Polishing

Silver is likely to get tarnished when exposed to certain conditions and airborne particles. However it is simple to bring back its lustre by simple washing and polishing.