Care Instructions

Brass Care

With regular wear, brass develops a rich antique-gold patina. This is a natural characteristic you can enjoy as part of its charm.
Because brass is sensitive to moisture and salt, blue-green verdigris may form. After wearing, simply wipe away oils and dirt with a soft cloth and store in a well-ventilated place.
If you notice dullness or discoloration, you can gently restore the surface toward its original golden tone with a commercial metal polish or a little vinegar.
*Avoid polishing engraved or carved areas. These sections often have an intentional oxidized (darkened) finish; vinegar or abrasives may fade that look.

Silver Care

— Sterling Silver (925), Fine Silver (999.9)
Silver naturally tarnishes over time due to sweat and trace sulfur in the air. Here are simple ways to keep it looking beautiful for longer.

To Prevent Tarnish and Deformation

× Applying perfume or hairspray while wearing jewelry
× Wearing jewelry while bathing, exercising, or doing housework
× Using hot springs or bath salts that contain sulfur
× Storing in direct sunlight or in humid places such as bathrooms or laundry rooms

Just a Quick Wipe Is Enough

After taking off your jewelry, just give it a quick wipe with a soft jewelry cloth. That little step before putting it away helps preserve its shine.
On days you used sunscreen or hand cream, or if the surface feels tacky, gently wash the metal parts with a mild detergent. A quick wash with hand soap while you wash your hands is fine, too.
*Moisture left on the surface can promote tarnish. Please dry completely.
*Some natural stones are sensitive to detergents. Avoid getting detergent on anything other than the metal.

If You Notice Tarnish or Dullness

Make a paste by adding a little water to baking soda, then gently brush the metal with a soft brush. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely with a soft cloth (residual moisture can encourage tarnish).
*Use polishing cloths that contain abrasives only on unplated jewelry.

Cleaning methods vary depending on the finish. Please see below for details.

Unplated / No Oxidized Finish

Gently wipe with a chamois, microfiber, jewelry cloth, or other soft cloth. For stubborn marks, use a light touch with an abrasive polishing cloth.

Gold-, Rhodium-, or Ruthenium-Plated Pieces

Wipe gently with a chamois or soft cloth.
*Do not use abrasive cloths; they can remove the plating.

Oxidized (Blackened) Finish

Wipe gently with a chamois or soft cloth. If untinted (non-oxidized) areas have tarnished—or if you wish to slightly adjust the contrast—use an abrasive cloth only on the non-oxidized parts.
*Using an abrasive cloth on the oxidized areas will remove the finish.

Hairline, Satin, or Matte Finishes

Wipe gently with a chamois or soft cloth. You may use an abrasive cloth only on sections that do not have a hairline, satin, or matte finish.
*Abrasives used directly on hairline, satin, or matte finishes can remove the finish.

Pieces with Natural Stones

Wipe gently with a chamois or soft cloth. You may use an abrasive cloth only on metal areas that do not have hairline, satin, or matte finishes.
*Do not use abrasive cloths on stone surfaces; they can scratch or dull the stone.

Metal parts:
Wipe gently with a chamois, microfiber jewelry cloth, or other soft cloth. For marks that a chamois cannot remove, use an abrasive polishing cloth lightly.

Natural stones:
Wipe with a soft cloth; do not use abrasive cloths.
*Avoid soaking-type cleaners or coatings on porous or scratched gemstones. Liquids may penetrate and cause discoloration. For any stone not listed below, test on an inconspicuous area first.
Porous gemstones: turquoise, lapis lazuli, larimar, etc. / Organic gemstones: pearls, coral, amber, etc.
Not suitable for ultrasonic cleaners: emerald, peridot, tanzanite, fluorite, tourmaline, topaz, moonstone, etc.