All our jewelry has been made with love by us, to be well-loved by you. With proper care, it will continue to shine. We’re confident in the quality of our pieces, which is why they come with a two-year warranty in case of any potential defects from the materials or workmanship.
Does fine jewellery tarnish?
If you’ve noticed that your jewellery piece has discolored or suddenly turned black it means that your jewellery has tarnished. Do not panic! It is perfectly normal for real Gold and sterling silver jewellery to tarnish under certain conditions. The good news is that it can be easily reversed.
Here is a guide on what to do if your fine jewellery tarnishes or begins to turn black
What causes jewellery to tarnish?
Fine jewellery made of 9k-18k or sterling silver, will tarnish when exposed to certain conditions in the air, moisture or chemicals. This includes perfumes, lotions, and cleaning agents. Occasionally gold or silver jewellery can also react to an individual’s skin acidity.
Tarnishing is only a thin layer on the surface of the metal and it can be easily reversed through proper care and cleaning.
Many people expect costume jewellery or plated jewellery to tarnish because of the poorer quality base metals used in making it. However fine jewellery made of solid gold or sterling silver may also tarnish. Pure Gold and Silver are too soft for everyday jewellery, and therefore small amounts of other metals are mixed to create 9k-18k solid gold or 925 Sterling Silver. The tarnish occurs when the other metals in the 9k-18k gold, or sterling silver are exposed to unwanted conditions or chemicals.
How do I remove tarnish from my jewellery?
The best method to clean tarnished jewels is a DIY home remedy. Our favourite one is to make a small mixture of vinegar and baking soda. Place the jewellery inside a bowl of vinegar and baking soda and let it sit for 2 hours. Rinse off the homemade solution under cold running water and wipe the jewellery with a soft cloth.
Tips to prevent jewellery from tarnishing:
- Store your jewellery in a dry, clean place.
- Minimize your jewellery’s exposure to any make-up, perfume, lotions and hairspray. Take extra care when applying sunscreen and products with harsh chemicals.
- Minimize wearing your jewellery in chlorinated pools
- Avoid wearing your fine jewellery when doing intense physical exercise as well as sleeping
With love and care your 79Karat jewellery is made to last a lifetime.
