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Ok relax, and don't listen to everybody else on here...Green skin DOES NOT mean your ring isn't real....
Sterling silver is an alloy of silver 92.5% and copper 7.5%. When it is worked by a jeweler it will be heated if it is soldered. As a result it may become coated in red copper oxide. Usually this is removed by pickling in a solution of sodium bisulphite which produces a weak sulphuric acid solution. If you have a ring that has not been properly pickled prior to polishing it may still have copper on its surface that will react with your perspiration to make a green copper compound that stains the skin.
I would suggest soaking your rings in a mixture of household ammonia and water (50/50)for a day or two. The ammonia solution will turn blue as it forms a copper ammonia ion and this will not hurt the silver. After that, your rings will not turn your skin green because the copper has been removed from the surface of the sterling.
Another problem with sterling silver is that it can turn black if you eat a lot of garlic. Again perspiration attacks the silver and in this case I am not sure of the chemical reaction. Proper pickling and polishing will remove the black and restore the silver to its glory.
If possible get your silver plated with rhodium and it will never tarnish and cause problems.
A final note: Some people just have very strong perspiration that chemically attacks even low (10) karat gold alloys and slowly dissolves a ring from the inside out
What else can I help you with?
How expensive is copper jewelry?
Typically speaking, copper jewelry is typically quite cheap. On eBay, you can find copper jewelry for about $30. However, the price copper jewelry ranges depending on the size and style of the piece.
What process would turn liquid green?
Adding a green dye or mixing blue and yellow liquids can turn a liquid green.
Which mineral is commonly light green and granular and often made into jewelry?
The mineral commonly light green and granular that is often made into jewelry is nephrite jade. Nephrite is a form of jade that is prized for its toughness and aesthetic appeal, making it suitable for various decorative items and jewelry. Its light green color can vary in shade, and it is highly valued in many cultures, particularly in East Asia.
What color do neutral solution turn the unniversal indicator?
A neutral solution will turn universal indicator green.
What mineral is commonly light green and granular often made into jewelry?
The mineral commonly light green and granular that is often made into jewelry is jadeite, a variety of jade. Jadeite is prized for its beauty and durability, making it a popular choice for various jewelry pieces, including bracelets, pendants, and earrings. Its distinct green color can vary in shade, and it is highly valued in many cultures, particularly in East Asia. Another similar mineral is nephrite, which can also be used in jewelry and has a similar appearance.
Where can you find cheap wedding jewelry sets in green?
There is a easy way for get cheap wedding jewelry sets from online through stores as jjensendesigns
Why does your skin turn green when you wear certain jewelry?
If it is cheap or if you are allergic It depends on the type of jewelry. Costume jewelry is generally made from cheap metal, chemical from a persons skin, along with perspiration reacts with this metal and cause the "green" effect, much in the same way that types of water (salt usually) has the effect on copper. Metals such as Gold, (depending on the Karat), Platinum, Silver, usually
Does silvertone turn your neck green?
Silvertone jewelry is a costume jewelry made to look like silver. It can cause skin to turn green due to the copper and nickel in the metal
Will silvertone jewelry turn your finger green?
Yes. Silver tone jewelry will turn your finger green because the metal under the silver tone is probably a brass which contains copper. It is the copper that turns your finger green.
What makes jewelry cause skin to turn green?
the jewelry oxidizes when it gets wet. Like copper does when its outside.
Will aluminum jewelry turn your skin green?
Copper is what is in jewelry that turns skin green after lengthily wear. If the aluminum is If the aluminum is anodized it won't corrode at all.
Does jewelry make your hands turn black?
no it will tarnish on you and turn green but only if it isn't stainless steel
Is it normal for a ear piercing taken out a while ago to leave a green dot?
If a green mark is left after taking out a piece of jewelry it usually means the jewelry is cheap. You need to get some type of surgical steal/gold/ect jewelry.
Is it bad if jewelry makes your skin turn green?
I think it is bad for skin
Why does fake jewelry change color?
Fake jewelry changes color because the plating or paint used on the metal can wear off over time, exposing the base metal underneath. This can cause the jewelry to tarnish or appear to change color. Additionally, cheap materials used in fake jewelry can react with the wearer's skin chemistry or environment, leading to discoloration.
Will gold plated jewelry leave a green mark on your skin?
That depends what the gold is alloyed with and what is under the gold. If the gold is alloyed with a cheap material or is covering a cheap material (usually copper) then it might turn your skin green when it oxidizes (copper turns green when it oxidizes - like that statue of liberty). If it's gold over silver (and you trust the jeweler), then you should be fine.
Will the 975 stamped jewelry ever give you a green finger?
Silver stamped 975 will not turn your finger green.
