She said tarnish, not I. Also I am well aware that Tarnish is silver Oxidation. We are a Silver, Gold Bullion and Coin Dealers (41yrs+), as well we are skilled in refurbishing vintage and estate jewelry here in our Brick and mortar store. If the item was damaged by it, we would not have sold it. Here, I thought people would enjoy a funny situation, instead I get a lesson.... Lighten up! I found it more amusing than anything, it is the first time I have had a complaint saying that, usually it is the other way, such as "I can't believe you removed the patina".
P.S. Patina is also Tarnish and is highly desirable on many items depending on color, such as Blues, Greens and Reds on coins. Removing it on items such as these can and has lowered the value, though not always. It is a thin line that I take quite a bit of care before deciding which to do.
Mark
