Jewelry Care

Read our instructions below for how to take best care of your items. The more you care, the longer they'll wear!

14k Gold Plated

Our gold items are plated over sterling silver with a layer of 14k gold and a layer of e-coating for extra tarnish resistance! They are hypoallergenic.

Without care, over time, the gold layers can fade away to the sterling silver base. These tips will keep the gold shining and help it have a longer life! We recommend taking this material jewelry off before swimming, working out or coming into contact with perfumes and chemicals.

• If in saltwater, rinse off and wipe gently with a soft cloth to remove any residue.
• When not being worn, keep your jewelry in a closed air tight bag.
• Oils from your hands and body slowly wear away at the gold layer, you can wash your hands before you put your jewelry on to help with this.

White Gold Plated

Our silver items are plated with a layer of white gold and a layer of e-coating for extra tarnish resistance! They are hypoallergenic & ocean safe.

These silver items will never rust or turn your skin green, but here are some extra tips to keep them from oxidizing!

• Periodically clean your pieces with a soft cloth.
• Use a polishing cloth or pad to brighten the silver.
• For stubborn or hard to reach areas, use mild soap, a little water, and a gentle toothbrush to clean!

PVD Plated

Our PVD items are made from a base metal of 316L marine grade stainless steel — which makes them naturally durable against oxidation. They are vacuum sealed with 14k gold making them completely water resistant! You won't have to worry about these pieces fading color.

925 Silver - Handmade Items

Our handmade items are made from 925 silver.

These silver items are ocean safe, but can be prone to oxidation. They will never rust and are cleanable. Here are our best tips to keep them shiny and clean!

• Periodically clean your pieces with a soft cloth.
• Soak ring in baking soda and warm water for a few minutes, rinse then wipe dry.
• For stubborn or hard to reach areas, use mild soap, a little water, and a gentle toothbrush to clean!
• Pools, lotions & perfumes where there are harsh chemicals are present, may cause faster oxidation to the piece.

All items

All of our jewelry is hypoallergenic! If an item has 'Ocean Safe' in the product description, it can be worn in the ocean without worry. If it doesn't, it will need extra care to last if being worn in water.

 

Have more questions? Feel free to reach us at hello@thesaltygem.com