Let's face it: When it comes to antiques, differentiating between a patina and tarnish can be tricky. "Rust is one form of patina. It is the result of corroding steel after the iron particles have ...

Brass pops up on everything from lamps and vases to coffee tables and flatware—and while brass is in style, tarnish isn’t. It’s critical to know how to clean brass so it gleams, sans grime. Brass, ...

Knowing how to clean silver jewellery firmly fits into the category of style hacks that will serve you well for many years to come. Once you've learnt the process, you can use the skill again and ...

Jewelry truly is the ultimate classic accessory that can instantly elevate any outfit, making you feel more put together and confident the minute you clasp it on. It never goes out of style, and when ...

As someone who has been burnt by cheaply made jewelry that tarnishes and turns my skin green, I’m always a bit skeptical of brands promising “forever” pieces. And as summer steadily approaches, nobody ...

Silver has a way of looking dull and lifeless after just a few months, and unfortunately, this happens even if it’s only sitting in a drawer. There’s something known as ‘tarnish’ that causes most of ...

Tarnish-free gold jewelry sounds like the ultimate cheat code — pieces that won’t fade, dull, or turn your skin green, no matter how much you wear them. But do they exist on a budget? The short answer ...

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YASHIO, Saitama Prefecture--Metallic fittings on cars and indoor metal fixtures mysteriously started to tarnish after a sinkhole swallowed a truck in this city north of Tokyo in January. Residents ...