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 9ct, 18ct gold and sterling silver can also tarnish, This happens when fine jewellery is not Pure 24ct gold. Pure 24ct gold is not durable enough for everyday use which is why we mnf in 9ct gold, 18ct gold or sterling silver. The tarnish occurs when the other metals in the gold or silver are exposed to unwanted conditions or chemicals such as perfumes and cleaning agents. Occasionally gold or silver jewellery can also react to an individual’s skin acidity.

If you’ve noticed that your piece has discolored or suddenly turned black it means that your jewellery has tarnished.
Do not panic!

The good news is that it can be easily reversed through proper care and cleaning.

*Here is a guide on what to do if your fine jewellery tarnishes or begins to turn black

For a fast and convenient way to clean your jewellery, we recommend to make use of the jewellery cleaner for sale on the website although any certified jewellery cleaning solution will do the trick. Use a soft jewellery cleaning cloth so as not to scratch the jewellery.

Another method to clean tarnished jewels is a DIY home remedy; 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 approx 2 hours, Rinse off the homemade solution under cold running water and wipe the jewellery with a soft cloth.
If you have tried cleaning the jewellery yourself and have not been successful, We will gladly assist you with cleaning. You can email us a picture of the tarnished piece, we will arrange a collection from you. The polishing and cleaning of your item is a free after sales service that we offer. However, We will pay the courier fee if this request happens in under 30 days, you will be liable for this fee if it is over 30 days.

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 that contain harsh chemicals. Take extra care when applying sunscreen.

Minimize wearing your jewellery in chlorinated pools, Avoid wearing your fine jewellery when doing intense physical exercise as well as sleeping.

Clean your jewellery regularly with our silver or gold jewellery cleaner or any other recommended jewellery cleaner.

With love and care the warrior collection is made to last a lifetime.