Question 1

What is silver clay?

Accepted Answer

Silver Clay is a versatile material made from tiny particles of recycled silver combined with water and an organic binder. It can be moulded and shaped just like traditional clay. Once dry, the piece is kiln fired, burning away the organic binder, and leaving the silver particles fused together to form 99.99% pure solid 'Fine Silver'.	There are several more steps involved in turning the clay into a finished piece pf jewellery, you can read more about the process here.

Question 2

How does Fine Silver differ from Sterling Silver?

Accepted Answer

Fine silver is 99.99% pure silver, whereas sterling silver is made of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper and other metals, usually copper. The addition of these other metals makes Sterling Silver harder and more durable, but also more prone to tarnishing.		Fine silver is purer and naturally more resistant to tarnishing, but it is also a little softer than Sterling Silver and can be more susceptible to light surface scratches.

Question 3

What do the different types of chain look like?

Accepted Answer

Please see the image below to see the different chain styles available. From left to right: fine curb, mini belcher and snake chain.

Question 4

How can I clean and protect my jewellery?

Accepted Answer

You can find detailed information about caring for, storing and cleaning your jewellery on my jewellery care page here.

Question 5

How is my jewellery Eco-friendly?

Accepted Answer

The silver used to make my jewellery is 100% recycled. You can find out more about the materials and processes I use on my Sustainability page here.

Question 6

Does the fact that my jewellery is made from recycled silver affect the appearance of it?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. Recycled silver has exactly the same appearance and properties as newly mined (virgin) silver.

Question 7

Why isn't my jewellery hallmarked?

Accepted Answer

In the UK, silver jewellery only needs to be hallmarked if it weighs more than 7.78g. All of my pieces weigh less than this, so they are exempt from hallmarking.

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