Silver tarnishing and its prevention — A review

Abstract

Silver has been known to mankind from time immemorial. It was one of the prized possessions of kings and nobles. From earliest times, it has been known for its intimate association with (i) monetary system, (ii) use as a silverware for household purposes and (iii) beauty and elegance when shaped into ornaments. Now, an increased understanding of the properties of silver results in its application in the rapidly developing technologies, namely communications, electronics, space explorations, etc.

Citation

Singh, I., Sabita, P. and Altekar, V.A. (1983), "Silver tarnishing and its prevention — A review", Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials, Vol. 30 No. 7, pp. 4-8. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb007223