Contemporary Statements handcrafted jewelry is made of Fine Silver which is commonly referred to as Precious Metal Clay
(99.9% pure). Therefore, it will tarnish up to eight times slower than Sterling Silver.
You should never use abrasive silver or metal polish on fine silver. Remove tarnish by using a rouge cloth (special jewelry polishing cloth) or the temporary white cloth that is included in your package. Both cloths retain their special polishing action until they are completely darkened. At this point, both cloths should be disposed of. Also, your jewelry should always be stored in the anti tarnish bag that it came in.
If your jewelry needs a more thorough cleaning, gently wash in lukewarm water with liquid soap. Dry with paper towel or cloth.
Some of our pieces have had a patina applied in order to achieve a variation in color. The patina may darken over time. Gently clean these pieces in the same manner to restore their beauty.
If your piece has leather on it, please store this piece differently. Since leather needs to breathe, store this jewelry in a fabric bag or wrap in a cotton cloth with an anti -tarnish tag.
Contemporary Statements guarantees all of our jewelry for life. Please contact us if you have any reason to. Our hope is that you have as much enjoyment wearing your piece of jewelry as we have had making it.