Sillem's Accessoires of fine silver have no tarnish prevention, because the products do not oxidize when used. Were these products to be coated with a protective film, this film would begin after a while to peel, resulting in unattractive areas Aside from this, the protective coating would detract from bright gleam and the suppleness of the surface of the high-grade metal. Exception: All leather accessoiry silver fittings, such as corners and engraved plates are coated with a tarnish prevention.

Silver goods that are not used and are not wrapped in non-corrosive wrapping paper will begin to tarnish after a couple of weeks. A special silver cloth is recommended for cleaning. Silver goods that are used as window decor and are additionally exposed to sunlight unfortunately tarnish especially quickly and to some extent, more intensively.

In this case the use of a silver bath or silver paste is recommended. Following the bath or paste application, rinse thorouhgly with water and polish with a silver cloth.Jewelers wear cotton gloves when cleaning.