JEWELRY CARE
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We note the metal quality of each piece on our product pages. Please refer to the product you purchased to ensure the quality of your jewelry and the proper care for each piece.
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GOLD & SILVER PLATE
Plated jewelry is made of a thin layer of gold or silver electroplated over brass. We manufacture with the highest plating materials and add a protective coating to all of our plated designs to ensure your pieces last.
Regardless of our plating quality and protective coatings, these pieces need to be cared for to live their best lives. Do not wear your gold or silver-plated jewelry in water. Avoid contact with lotions, perfumes, oils, and sweat. These chemicals can dull your pieces and reduce their shine.
We recommend your jewelry be the last thing you put on when heading out. After removing your jewelry, run a clean dry cloth over each piece to remove the day. Do not use polish or soap on these pieces, as these chemicals can easily strip the plating. If you have a known allergy to brass, please be aware when purchasing gold or silver-plated jewelry.
A small selection of our gold-plated jewelry is now made with a stainless steel base rather than brass. Materials are noted on the product page for each piece. Gold-plated steel still needs a little TLC, and we recommend removing it before showering or swimming to preserve its shine.
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GOLD VERMEIL
Gold vermeil jewelry is made of a thick layer of gold (2.5 microns) electroplated over sterling (.925) silver.
Even though these pieces are made using only precious metals, these pieces need to be cared for to live their best lives. Do not wear your gold vermeil jewelry in water. Avoid contact with lotions, perfumes, oils, and sweat. These chemicals can dull your pieces and reduce their shine or cause the gold to wear away, changing the color of your jewelry to more silver than gold.
We recommend your jewelry be the last thing you put on when heading out. After removing your jewelry, run a clean dry cloth over each piece to remove the day. Do not use polish or soap on gold vermeil jewelry, as these chemicals can easily strip the gold. If you have a known allergy to silver, please be aware when purchasing vermeil jewelry.
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STERLING SILVER
Sterling silver jewelry is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper. We dip our sterling jewelry in rhodium, a highly durable precious metal, which gives it extra shine and longevity.
These pieces still need to be cared for with love to avoid oxidation and tarnishing. Do not wear your sterling silver jewelry in water. Avoid contact with lotions, perfumes, oils, and sweat.
We recommend your jewelry be the last thing you put on when heading out. After removing your jewelry, run a clean dry cloth over each piece to remove the day. If you have a known allergy to silver, rhodium, or copper, please be aware when purchasing sterling silver jewelry.
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GOLD-FILLED
Gold filled is second only to solid gold in terms of quality and is the best affordable option when it comes to durability and longevity. Our gold-filled jewelry is created with an outer layer of entirely 14k gold that is pressure-bonded to the brass base metal and contains at least 5% gold by weight.
This technique is more durable than plating and vermeil and provides a longer life span for your pieces when provided with the right care. Gold fill is safe for most sensitive skin types. Please be cautious if you have an allergy to brass as our gold-filled jewelry still contains this metal and your skin may react.
We still do not recommend them coming in direct contact with lotions, oils, perfumes, or ocean/pool water. This can dull your pieces and reduce their shine. Gold-filled pieces are more durable than plated or vermeil but will still need some TLC over time. You can clean your items with a wet cloth, a gentle toothbrush, and ordinary soap.
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14K GOLD
Solid gold pieces are made of 14-karat gold. 14k gold is 14/24 or 58% gold and 42% base metals - this is the most common gold selection due to its durability. The particular mixture of metals gives the gold alloy its hue and tone, which can vary slightly.
Solid gold pieces are ideal for piercing, as they can help avoid infection and irritation, and won't degrade over time even in water. Solid gold is a safe bet if you have allergies or sensitivities to other metals.
Solid gold is durable and tarnish-resistant. Even so, it's still a good idea to treat your solid gold jewelry with care. We recommend your jewelry be the last thing you put on when heading out. After removing your jewelry, run a clean dry cloth over each piece to remove the day.