GOLD AND SILVER PLATING

Gold or silver plating is where a bass metal (such as pewter, brass or steel) has a fine layer of gold or silver electroplated onto its surface.
Plating is a finish that can wear off over time and with wear, exposing the base metal beneath. You will notice this happens quicker on rings where hands get damp and there is more movement and rubbing.

Keep plated metals dry and avoid contact with perfume and chemicals.
A great way to keep it shiny for longer is to keep it in a resealable bag or anything airtight when not in use, to avoid oxidisation.

GOLD FILLED

Gold Filled jewellery features a layer of gold up to 100 times thicker than electroplated jewellery that is heat and pressure bonded to another metal for a far more durable finish. Gold filled jewellery contains 5% gold alloy (1/20 of the total weight) instead of the 0.05% of gold electroplating. Gold fill will maintain its colour and shine for many years, often decades with the right care. Perfect for sentimental items but at a more affordable price than solid 14k gold. Most wearers with metal sensitivities can wear gold-filled jewellery without an allergic reaction.

While it should not tarnish you may like to clean off grease and grime from normal wear. Clean with a soft, lint-free cloth.

VERMEIL

Vermeil is a thick layer of real gold over sterling silver. A luxury option without the price tag of pure gold.  Wearers with metal sensitivities can wear vermeil jewellery without an allergic reaction.

While it should not tarnish you may like to clean off grease and grime from normal wear. Clean with a soft, lint-free cloth.

BRASS AND RAW BRASS

Raw brass has a matte finish and is untreated. All brass will naturally oxidise over time but the good news is it's quick and easy to clean.

To clean and add shine to brass, use a household brass cleaner on a soft cloth, following the instructions and using in a well ventilated area. After a final rub with a clean cloth it will look as good as new.

NICKEL-SAFE

All materials used in my jewellery are "nickel safe". That is to say, any items not already completely void of nickel will only have a miniscule, trace amount (less than 0.05%), complying with strict EU regulations.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

You can prolong the life and shine of your jewellery by following these tips:

♥ Swimming pools, hot tubs and chlorine are bad news for jewellery so remove your jewellery items beforehand.

♥ Avoid contact with perfume, lotions, hairspray and chemicals. They will react with many metals causing them to tarnish.

♥ If wearing sunscreen its best to completely avoid wearing jewellery that will come into contact with it.

♥ Store your jewellery in a cool, dry place.

♥ Body chemistry & hormones have a part to play in the speed of tarnishing and we're all different. If you're visiting a high humidity environment, exercising, or likely to be more sweaty than normal, its best to remove your jewellery beforehand.

♥ Don't sleep in your jewellery. They're delicate and lovingly handmade so its best to remove them before going to bed.