How to Choose Silver Jewellery You'll Actually Keep Wearing

Start with the metal: is it real 925?

The single most important question is whether you're actually buying sterling silver. Real 925 is 92.5% pure silver alloyed with 7.5% other metals for strength, and a 925 stamp — backed by a BIS hallmark in India — is your proof. Plenty of inexpensive 'silver-look' jewellery is plated base metal that can discolour skin and won't last.

A seller who states the metal clearly, stamps their pieces and stands behind them is telling you something important about how they do business. At Senhora, every piece is genuine 925 sterling silver, so the base metal is the same whether you choose a silver, gold, rose-gold or tri-color finish.

Judge the finish and honesty about it

• •Good sellers are upfront that silver naturally tarnishes and that care slows it down — be wary of anyone promising 'tarnish-free' silver, because that doesn't exist.
• •For gold and rose-gold pieces, look for a clear explanation that the colour is a plated layer over a silver base, and how to care for it.
• •Check that finishes are even and that product photos look like the real thing rather than over-edited renders.
• •A range of finishes on the same design (silver, gold, rose gold, tri-color) is a sign of a maker who works thoughtfully with the metal.

Pricing, returns and the small print

Transparent pricing matters more than a flashy 'discount'. Genuine sterling silver sits in a sensible range — at Senhora, most pieces fall between ₹999 and ₹5,999 and up — which reflects real silver content and craftsmanship rather than costume-jewellery economics.

Then look at the practical promises: free shipping, a clear return window, and the option to pay on delivery all reduce your risk. Senhora offers free shipping, a 3-day return window, cash on delivery, and delivery in 5–7 business days — the kind of straightforward terms that make a first order feel safe.

Read reviews and think long-term

Real customer reviews tell you what photos can't — how a piece feels in person, whether the finish held up, and how the seller handled any issues. Look for specifics rather than only star ratings.

Finally, buy pieces you'll genuinely reach for. A versatile everyday ring, a pair of earrings that goes with most outfits, or a pendant you can layer will get worn far more than a one-occasion statement piece. The best value isn't the cheapest item — it's the one that stays in rotation for years.