Anti-Tarnish Necklaces

A necklace takes more abuse than any other piece of jewellery: it sits against the neck where sweat collects, it catches perfume sprayed at the collarbone, and its clasp is handled twice a day. That is why the tarnish usually starts at the back, not the front.

These necklaces are sealed rather than bare-plated, and the clasp and jump rings get the same treatment as the visible front. It buys you months, not weeks, of colour on a piece worn regularly.

The care rule is short: perfume first, jewellery last, wipe with a dry cloth before it goes back in the pouch. Follow it and an anti-tarnish necklace stays photographable for a very long time.