Frequently Asked Questions
General
Fashion jewellery typically uses non-precious metals and non-precious gemstones, making it more affordable, while fine jewellery is crafted from precious and semi-precious gemstones and precious metals like silver, gold, platinum etc.
Ring size is usually measured by its internal diameter and circumference. Find more information on ring sizes measuring on our comprehensive Ring Size Guide
Plating a piece of jewellery involves coating the jewellery piece with a layer of metal, mostly gold, rhodium, or platinum, for extra protection and aesthetic enhancement.
One Carat weighs 0.2 grams and is a standard measurement for gemstones’ weight.
Care and Maintenance
To maintain your silver jewellery, gently clean it regularly with a soft cloth to prevent tarnish and to keep it dry. Avoid exposing it to harsh chemicals like sulfur etc. And try not to expose the jewellery to dirt, sweat or PH unbalanced water etc. It is recommended to remove the jewellery pieces while exercising, swimming or sleeping etc. Store it correctly and clean and polish it regularly and if required.
Yes, due to oxidation or tarnishing, but it can be polished to restore its shine. We provide silver polishing kits from our shop and if necessary, we also clean the jewellery pieces with ultrasonic cleaning.
You can use a mild soap and water solution to clean tarnished silver. We also provide silver polishing kits from our shop and it can be used to clean your jewellery pieces at home.
It’s best to remove silver jewellery during activities like swimming, exercising, or when using cleaning agents or other such things with harsh chemicals to prevent damage and tarnish.
Silver and Gold
925 silver typically means 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, mostly copper and other alloys to enhance durability.
The “925” mark signifies the purity level of silver, ensuring it’s genuine Sterling Silver with a 92.5% purity level.
Sterling silver is another name for 925 Silver, implying 92.5% silver purity.
Karat measures gold’s purity, with higher karats indicating greater purity.
– 18 Karat Gold indicates gold purity level of 75%
– 21 Karat Gold indicates a gold purity level of 87.5%
– 22 Karat Gold contains 91.7% pure gold.
Carat in gemstones refers to their weight, with one carat equaling 0.2 grams.
Gemstones and Diamonds
Lab grown diamonds are identical to earth mined diamonds in every way, except that they are grown in a lab. They have the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as mined diamonds and exhibit the same sparkle. Lab-grown diamonds are created in controlled environments over several weeks, offering a more affordable option than natural diamonds, which take up to 1 to 3 billion years to form naturally.
Lab grown gemstones are identical to earth mined gemstones and have the same mineral contents. The only difference is that it is made in a lab with a controlled environment while the natural one is formed naturally in a very long time.
The most obvious difference between moissanite and diamonds is their brilliance, with moissanite possessing more brilliance than a diamond. “It has more fire and brilliance than any other gemstone, meaning it has more sparkle.
Moissanite gemstones are a 9.25 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness while diamonds are the hardest known mineral and receive a 10 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness.
Diamonds are more costly compared with a Moissanite Gemstone.
Lab-grown white sapphires are identical in chemical composition to natural sapphires but are more budget-friendly and environmentally sustainable. Only difference is one is made in a lab and other is formed naturally.
Yes, lab-grown gemstones have the same physical and chemical properties as natural stones, making them genuine but more accessible in terms of price.