What is rhodium sterling silver?

Among the many products in jewelry stores you can find rhodium plated silver jewelry. It has a beautiful color and shine, giving the impression of luxury, so it is very popular. Before buying it, of course, it is worth knowing what is rhodium silver and how to care for such jewelry.

What is rhodium plated silver?

Rhodium plated silver it is covered with a thin layer of rhodium, a noble metal of a silvery-gray color from the palatinate group. Rhodium as a metal with high hardness stands out resistance to external factors. It perfectly protects jewelry from mechanical damage and scratches. It gives it shine and makes it non-allergenic. 

The rhodium plating process also prevents tarnishing and tarnishing of the silver. This makes the stones in the setting visually brighter, and although the rhodium layer wears off over time, nothing prevents the jeweler from reapplying it. As for chains, silver rings or rhodium-plated earrings, they should be protected from chemicals and stored separately.