Wear exotic tropical ethnic jewelry to recover from winter blues with a splash of summer color. The secret of looking good is feeling good. When you are smiling on the inside it always shines through to the outside.
You will not only be looking happier on the outside but also by buying from native craftsmen and women you are helping them to improve their lives which in turn will give you the "feel good factor".
Alpaca Silver is not sterling, however an alloy containing 800 parts of silver where sterling contains 925. This metal is a wonderful strong but malleable silver that does not rust or tarnish. It is quite popular and makes stunning jewelry affordable.
It can be cleaned easily using a soft cloth or a toothbrush and a solution of mild soap (shampoo) and warm water or a few drops of lemon juice. Using silver cleaner will damage the stones and must be avoided.