Freshwater Pearl Cleft Drop Earrings

Freshwater pearls are found in mussels called Unio. Pearls are a response of the mollusk to an irritating foreign material in its shell. Pearls are believed to signify faith, charity and innocence. They are supposed to enhance integrity and help to focus your attention. Powdered pearls are used to treat digestive disorders and increase fertility. The pearl is June's birthstone.

Argentium silver is a brand of modern tarnish-resistant silver alloys, containing either 93.5% or 96% silver. Argentium alloys replace some of the copper in the traditional sterling silver alloy (92.5% silver + 7.5% copper) with the metalloid germanium. For more information -https://www.argentiumsilver.com

Even the best-cared-for jewelry will sometimes require cleaning. Polishing your sterling silver jewelry will typically be the best way to clean it. Be sure to do the following:

• Use a special non-abrasive cloth to avoid scratching.
• Move to a new section of the cloth regularly.
• Use Wrights silver cleaner or a similar cleaner for the metal
• Do not rub in a circular pattern -  follow the grain of the silver.
• No hairspray or perfume on your pearl. Pearls are porous it will peel the nacre off. 
• Use Dawn or a similar grease relief soap to clean gemstones.