Silver - All 3 Rexes Jewelry is made from either pure silver or 92.5% silver (a.k.a. .925 silver which is also known as Sterling Silver). Our silver has no lead or nickel. Remember, pure silver is very soft, sterling silver is tougher but is still considered a soft metal compared to 14kt & 18kt gold, so it can can scratch.

Gold Vermeil - Vermeil (pronounced "ver-may") is a 22, 18 or 14 karat gold layer over sterling silver. It differs from gold plating in that its inner metal is sterling silver, rather than base metal. Please remember that your gold vermeil jewelry is delicate and fine and should be treated as such. It has the potential to slowly rub off over time if not treated with proper care.

Sterling Silver & Gold Vermeil Care - All sterling silver and karat gold jewelry will begin to develop a lovely patina, appearing as a golden glow with darkened areas. This is a normal process called oxidization which is caused by air exposure, lotions, your body chemistry, etc. Some individuals (including myself) prefer this patina because it gives the jewelry a detailed, antique look. However, if you wish to remove the patina for a bright and shiny appearance, I recommend having your piece cleaned by a professional jeweler. Or, you can do so with a gentle cloth specifically made for cleaning sterling silver jewelry. Please avoid using harsh abrasive cleaners to clean your piece! I always recommend avoiding soaps, oils and chlorine, which can discolor your jewelry and alter the antiqued patina on your piece. Also take care to avoid wearing your jewelry while washing your hands, bathing, cooking, cleaning, working, physical labor, exercising, swimming or playing sports which can be damaging to you, the jewelry and stones. It is very easy for water, soap, oils, lotions, chemicals, etc to get trapped under the stones which can damage, discolor and dull them. The oils and chemicals trapped under the stones can also cause irritations to your skin. So it's always a good idea to have your jewelry and stones cleaned by a professional jeweler.

How To Store Your Silver & Gold Vermeil Jewelry - You can keep your 3 Rexes jewelry in an air-tight, protective bag made from tarnish proof cloth or a plastic zip lock bag. This will help slow down the oxidizing and tarnishing process. Make sure your jewelry isn't rubbing up against other items in a loose drawer or jewelry box. Silver is not scratch proof! Avoid storing your jewelry next to wood, pennies, and rubber.

Semi-Precious Stones are softer than precious stones like diamonds and sapphires. Here is a simple explanation on the different types of hardness grades. You can also do a search on the Mohs scale which grades on scratches but not cracks and chips.
Very Soft Gemstones – Stones that are best suited for earrings or pendants. If wearing one of these gems in a ring, even for occasional wear, they may need to be replaced eventually. They will most likely scratch with normal day-to-day wear. Some of the gems in this category include; Apatite, Coral, Chrome Diopside, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Opal, Pearls, Turquoise, and Zircon. Opals are the most expensive in this category, and in most cases re-polishing them is less expensive than replacing them.
Soft Gemstones – Stones that are best suited for earrings or pendants, but may be suitable for rings for occasional wear. If wearing one of these gems in a ring on an every day basis they may need to be polished or replaced eventually, as they can scratch or chip. Some of the gems in this category include; Agate, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Jadeite, Peridot, Tanzanite, Tourmaline and Quartz.
Medium to Hard Gemstones – Stones that are appropriate for all types of jewelry. They are suitable for everyday wear, but can scratch and chip. Some of the gems in this category include; Alexandrite, Aquamarine, Beryl, Emerald, Spinel, Topaz, Chrysoberyl Cat’s-eye, and all Chrysoberyls.
Hard Gemstones – Stones that are appropriate for everyday wear in all types of jewelry. Scratches and abrasions are very rare. Generally, these stones can be worn a lifetime without showing a scratch. This category is comprised of Diamond, Ruby and all Sapphires.

Disclosure (Please Read!) - Three Rexes jewelry is not responsible or liable for the misuse by the wearer. The jewelry should not be worn during physical labor, exercising, swimming, bathing, playing sports or in anyway in which harm can be caused to the wearer, children, persons, or the jewelry in question. Three Rexes Jewelry is not intended for children of any age! So please keep out of the reach of children as the jewelry can contain small parts, long chains and pointy edges.

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