Minoan Jewelry

The Bronze Age civilization that flourished on the Mediterranean island of Crete is known as the Minoan.

Because Crete lay near the coasts of Asia, Africa, and the Greek continent and because it was the seat of prosperous ancient civilizations and a necessary point of passage along important sea-trading routes, the Minoan civilization developed a level of wealth which, beginning about 2000 bc, stimulated intense goldworking activities of high aesthetic value. 

From Crete this art spread out to the Cyclades, Peloponnesus, Mycenae, and other Greek island and mainland centres. Stimulated by Minoan influence, Mycenaean art flourished from the 16th to the 14th century, gradually declining at ...

How to clean silver

To keep your silver looking it’s finest; here are a few tips and techniques to follow.
Silver should be washed and dried by hand; it is definitely not a dishwasher friendly item.
Do not leave silver on a rubber mat to dry as rubber contains sulfur which can cause corrosion to the silver. It is important to use a soft cloth when drying the silver to prevent scratching.

With frequent use your silver should stay tarnish free; however, everyone is faced with occasional polishing. Apply the silver polish according to the manufacturer’s directions. Be sure and rub the polish in thoroughly. With a dry polishing cloth, buff the surface of the polished silver to a bright sheen.
You can make your own silver dip to remove tarnish with ...