How Jewellery Is Safely Delivered to Your Door

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How Jewellery Is Safely Delivered to Your Door

Buying jewellery online has become remarkably convenient. You can browse hundreds of designs, compare products, check specifications and place an order without visiting a jewellery store. But once you click “Place Order”, you may wonder: How does jewellery actually reach my doorstep safely? From protective jewellery boxes and secure outer packaging to shipment tracking and delivery verification, a well-designed online jewellery experience can include several safeguards to protect your purchase throughout its journey. Here's what happens between placing your order and receiving your jewellery. 1. Your Jewellery Is Securely Packed Jewellery needs to be protected from scratches, movement and unnecessary...

Is Oxidised Silver Real Silver? Understanding Purity, Hallmarking and the Dark Finish

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Is Oxidised Silver Real Silver? Understanding Purity, Hallmarking and the Dark Finish

Is oxidised silver actually real silver, or is the dark colour a sign that it is something else? This is a common question when shopping for silver jewellery online. The short answer is: oxidised silver can absolutely be genuine silver. “Oxidised” generally describes the finish applied to the surface, not the underlying purity of the metal. However, the term can sometimes be used loosely in jewellery markets, so it is important to check what the piece is actually made from. What Is Oxidised Silver? Oxidised silver is silver jewellery that has been deliberately given a darker, antique-style appearance through a...

Why Your Silver Jewellery Start to Fade Colour?

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Why Your Silver Jewellery Start to Fade Colour?
Genuine 925 sterling silver contains copper for strength which causes it to tarnish naturally when exposed to sulfur in the air sweat and humidity. Tarnishing actually proves the metal is real unlike fake plated jewelry that peels over time. Daily habits like spraying perfume applying lotion and storing silver on open trays or in humid bathrooms speed up surface oxidation.

You can easily protect your silver by putting it on last after applying makeup wiping it down after use and storing it in airtight bags. If your jewelry turns dull or black wash it with warm water and mild dish soap scrub it gently with a soft toothbrush and dry it completely before polishing it with a soft cloth to bring back its original shine.