{"product_id":"silver-polishing-cloth-anti-tarnish-for-925-silver-12-5x17-5cm","title":"Silver Polishing Cloth - Anti-Tarnish for 925 Silver - 12.5x17.5cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSilver Polishing Cloth – Anti-Tarnish Care for Sterling Silver, Since 1895\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece of silver dulls eventually — that is chemistry, not a flaw. This anti-tarnish polishing cloth is the simplest way to reverse it. Made in Great Britain by Town Talk from 100% cotton and impregnated with a cleaning and anti-tarnish agent, the cloth lifts sulphide tarnish away and leaves a bright, even shine behind. At 12.5cm x 17.5cm (5\" x 7\") it is generous enough for a whole tray of rings yet small enough to live in a jewellery box or handbag, ready whenever a piece from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelhub.co.uk\/collections\/925-silver\"\u003e925 sterling silver\u003c\/a\u003e collection needs reviving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft pink cotton is deliberately unfussy: no water, no dips, no chemicals to rinse away. A light rub along the surface of a ring, chain or charm removes tarnish, and the residual anti-tarnish agent left on the metal slows the next build-up, so silver stays brighter for longer between cleans. The grey marks that appear on the cloth are the tarnish you have just removed — proof it is working, and a sign to keep using the same cloth rather than washing it. It suits every silver piece you own, from a delicate chain to a heavy statement band, and makes a quietly practical addition to any \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelhub.co.uk\/jewelgift\"\u003eJewelGift™\u003c\/a\u003e parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #f5f7f7; color: #205451; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #205451; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #266266;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #205451; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #266266;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003e100% cotton, impregnated with cleaning \u0026amp; anti-tarnish agent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e12.5cm x 17.5cm (5\" x 7\") — pocket and jewellery-box friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003eDual action — removes tarnish, then leaves anti-tarnish protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eSoft pink cotton, navy Town Talk print\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003e925 sterling silver jewellery, silverware and fine silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReusability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReusable and long-lasting — effective as long as it is not washed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2;\"\u003eMade in Great Britain — Town Talk Polish Co. Ltd, sparkling since 1895\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003ePresentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d9e2e2; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eSealed printed wallet, JewelHub™ sealed — gift-ready as it comes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fdf8ec; border: 1px solid #c9a84c; border-radius: 6px; padding: 14px; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #205451;\"\u003e💡 Real Silver Checking Tip – The Tarnish Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eThis cloth doubles as a quick authenticity check. Genuine 925 sterling silver develops a soft grey or golden patina that lifts onto the cloth as grey marks and leaves the metal bright underneath. If a piece leaves green residue instead, or refuses to brighten at all, you are likely looking at a plated base metal rather than solid silver. Keep the cloth away from soft stones, pearls and enamel, and never wash it — washing removes the very agent that does the work. Full guidance is on our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/jewellery-materials-care\/carecard-how-to-care-for-silver-jewellery\" title=\"925 Sterling Silver Care Card\"\u003eSilver Care Card\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Why does 925 sterling silver tarnish in the first place?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSterling silver is 92.5% pure silver alloyed with 7.5% other metals, usually copper, for strength — that is what the 925 hallmark means. Those trace metals react with sulphur compounds in air, perfume, skin and even paper, forming a dark surface layer. Tarnish is surface-level only: it never damages the silver beneath, which is why a treated cloth restores the shine rather than wearing the piece away. More on hallmarks and everyday silver care is on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelhub.co.uk\/jewelcare\"\u003eJewelCare™\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. How do I use a silver polishing cloth properly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWork on dry, dust-free jewellery. Rub gently along the surface with short strokes rather than scrubbing in circles, using the cloth's printed side first, and fold it as sections darken so you always have a fresh area. For chains, draw the chain through the folded cloth a few inches at a time. Textured, oxidised or antiqued pieces need a lighter touch, since heavy polishing can lift the deliberate darkening from recessed grooves — see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/jewellery-materials-care\/carecard-how-to-care-for-silver-jewellery\"\u003eSilver Care Card\u003c\/a\u003e for piece-by-piece advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Can I use it on gold, stainless steel or gemstones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is formulated for silver, but it is safe for a gentle buff on solid gold and stainless steel too. Avoid porous or delicate materials — pearls, opal, turquoise, jade, enamel and plated costume finishes — where the agent and friction can dull the surface. If a piece mixes silver with stones or enamel, polish only the metal and keep the cloth clear of the setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. How long does one cloth last, and can I wash it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo not wash it. Washing strips out the impregnated cleaning and anti-tarnish agent and leaves you with an ordinary piece of cotton. The cloth stays effective through many uses even as it turns grey, and the darkening is simply the tarnish it has lifted. Store it flat in its wallet, away from damp, and replace it when it no longer brightens metal after a firm rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Does it make a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is one of the most useful small gifts you can pair with jewellery — the sort of thing people are pleased to own but rarely buy for themselves. Slip it in alongside a silver ring or chain so the piece can be kept bright from day one; our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelhub.co.uk\/jewelgift\"\u003eJewelGift™\u003c\/a\u003e philosophy is built around gifts that last rather than gifts that fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use It in Your Routine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quick pass every few weeks does more than an occasional deep clean: store silver dry and away from air, wipe it after wear, and give it thirty seconds with the cloth before it goes back in the box. Pair it with any piece from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelhub.co.uk\/collections\/925-silver\"\u003e925 Sterling Silver\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelhub.co.uk\/jewelbuild\"\u003eJewelBuild™\u003c\/a\u003e to see how care fits into building a modular jewellery system you keep for years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JEWELHUB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57258639753481,"sku":"JEGSC001","price":4.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/9626\/6249\/files\/silver-polishing-cloth-anti-tarnish-for-925-silver-125x175cm-3777074.jpg?v=1786746146","url":"https:\/\/jewelhub.co.uk\/products\/silver-polishing-cloth-anti-tarnish-for-925-silver-12-5x17-5cm","provider":"JewelHub.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}