That would be silver sulfide.  It is insoluble.  I don't think it would
be a problem to use as is, but it can be easily removed either
abrasively, or by putting in an aluminum pan (or in a bowl with aluminum
foil on the bottom) with hot water and baking soda added.  The tarnish
will disappear within a couple of minutes.

Marshall

Debbie Mcdonald wrote:

> Hi Marshall,  Glad to hear it is good stuff, I have a long piece:). I
> did not think you ignored me, I frequently do not get answers to
> messages so assume they just fly away.  I forgot to mention it has a
> tarnished look now, kind of coppery hue, what do we do with that??
> It's still in the bag in came in
>
> Marshall Dudley <mdud...@king-cart.com> wrote:
>
>      Hauser and Miller are very reputable.  I feel sure that if
>      you got .999 or better you should be ok.
>