Best Practices: Silver & Jewelry Corrosion Prevention

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Corrosion and Its Effects

Corrosion - The degradation of metal over time as the surface interacts with oxygen, water and acid gases. The metal tries to go back to its natural state. As a result, rust can form on unprotected silver and metal jewelry within hours.

Corrosion Prevention - Managing corrosion with Zerust® Silver & Jewelry Products and services to inhibit the electrochemical reactions that cause corrosion at the surface of your valuable silver, coins and jewelry, saving you time and money.

Best Packing and Handling Practices

1. All packs must be tightly closed to restrict airflow.
2. When packing, the temperature of the parts being packaged must be the same as the current room temperature.
3. Interleave Zerust® sheets to provide separation between metal surfaces.
4. Avoid direct contact of metal with wood, paper or cardboard! Cover intermediate layers with Zerust®!
5. Always wear clean and dry glove before handing metal jewelry and silver.
6. Pack only clean and dry silver & jewelry.

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