All of our Jewelry Is unfinished metal, different alloys with have different sensitives to tarnish. Please read below to see how to care for your pieces.
This is an abrievieted guide for more deatiled instuctions please ready our BLOG POST.
*If the piece is tarnished when worn it may leave a green patina on your skin, Fear not! It is harmless, it is merely the patina wearing off. To prevent green-skin- clean the jewelry before wearing.
Cleaning Methods for SILVER, BRASS, and COPPER.
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Polishing Cloths: Ideal for everyday cleaning. Gently rub in circular motions to remove light tarnish.
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Polishing Pads: Slightly more abrasive, perfect for stubborn tarnish on intricate designs.
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Steel Wool: Best for heavy tarnish on brass and copper, but avoid using on silver to prevent scratches.
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Vinegar: Natural cleaner for brass and copper. Soak in a vinegar solution, scrub gently, and rinse.
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Metal Cleaners: Specialized products for a quick, polished finish. Follow the instructions for best results.
ALUMINUM: Nothing to worry about, carry-on. Aluminum does not tarnish and is superlight.
BLACKENED COPPER: This piece is copper patinaed with a with liver of sulfur to have a blackened finish. We apply each the piece with Paste wax to protect the surface however the wax will wear off over time. You can reapply paste wax or jewelry sealant ( or clear nail polish) to protect it. The back of the pieces wear out the quickest. Avoid wearing this piece while sweating or working out to slow down wear.
PREVENTATIVE CARE: You may use protective coatings to prevent tarnish or reduce skin discoloring. These protective coatings will need to be reapplied occasionally.
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Paste wax - apply a thin coat, let dry to a hazy transparent white, then burnish off with a cloth
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Clear finger nail polish or jewelry sealant - paint a very thing layer over surface of metal and then let dry.
