Karen,
Sunlight will not break down the silver. Airborne chemical compounds
will however tarnish the metal and in acidic environments it could corrode
unlikely to happen in a window). Silver is resistant to most chemicals and
will not fade in sunlight.
Michael Brophy
Silversmith/Silver Restorer
Easton, MD
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