When I got this ring, the silver was dull and tarnished. So I soaked it in some silver cleaner and polished it up and the silver looks much better. I hope it will not need cleaning again for a long time. I have only ever bought one other silver jewelry item that tarnished and needed cleaning/polishing. I REALLY like the stone and setting. The ring is very low profile, which means it won't catch or snag on something and I like the creative areas on either side of the stone. It is a very sturdy ring and I know it will last a very long time.