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Can chlorine damage silver?

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Chloe636 | 10:33 Fri 08th Aug 2008 | Shopping & Style
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Sorry if this is in the wrong category, I couldn't figure out where to put it.

I went swimming the other day and when I got back I noticed my silver rings and necklace looked very discoulered. I bought some silver cleaning cream and it hasn't worked!

These rings are very precious to me as they belonged to my Nans, which is why I never take them off. I have never experienced this problem before and I am quite a regular swimmer. Does anyone know if it is possible to get them looking shiny again? Or is the damage permanent?
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Chlorine does tarnish silver:

The high chlorine and/or Bromine contents used in swimming pools and hot tubs will accelerate the tarnishing of Sterling Silver

http://www.gallerybyzantium.com/silvercare.htm l

That link also tells you what to do about it - it will be fine.
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Oh thank you SOOOO much! I'm off to buy some baking soda.. you're a star!

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