Is storing a silver watch in its enclosed box good or bad?

Question

My parents brought me a new watch that says, "authentic silver" on it, however, I had prior watches that also said authentic silver so i thought that if i stored it in its enclosed box that it won't be discolored. this wasn't the case but some ppl say its better if u keep it in its box to prevent the discoloration. On the other hand, my relatives say its better to leave it outside of its container. Two contradicting ideas n yet i don't know which one is the truth. What do u think??

Answer 1

Silver tarnishes no matter what, and it can be polished to bring back the shine....Gifts you love are not meant to be kept in a box where no one can see them...get a nice display case and put it on your head board or some place fitting..you can even leave it in the box, but open to display it like merchandise. Fill the case with all your watches or other treasures.