Contemporary silver and gold necklace by Kate Smith. The pattern is achieved through a process called acid etching. 22ct gold plate is then applied into the etch to give a beautiful, contrasting colour between the silver and gold. Ring diameter: 18mm. Standard bolt - ring style catch. The snake chain is threaded through a slim tube that is attached to the back of the pendant.
Perfectly complemented by our spiral etched washer earrings with gold detail and our etched silver cuff with gold plated detail.
This contemporary silver and gold necklace has been designed and handmade by designer jeweller Kate Smith.
Features
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Primary Material
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silver
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Length (inches)
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16, 18 and 20
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One of a Kind
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No
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Metal
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22ct gold plate and sterling silver
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Hallmarked
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Yes
Cleaning Instructions
- Perfumes, lotions and chemicals can all affect the look of jewellery over time.
- Using a soft (old!) toothbrush and warm soapy water can remove build-up of dirt/discolouration.
- Using hairdryer (on a low setting) afterwards will help to avoid water marks on your jewellery.
- Avoid contact with harsh chemicals, especially when wearing jewellery with gemstones.
- If you find your item of silver jewellery blackens when you first wear it, follow the above method of cleaning with a toothbrush & warm, soapy water.
- Initial discolouration should fade within time. It isn’t clear why this can happen to some people’s jewellery, but from researching, it seems it could be attributed to medication, diet or even pregnancy! (If you are male, you can probably rule out the last cause).
Finishes
Finishes that are applied to our jewellery can alter over time, simply due to everyday wear. This is more applicable to rings and bangles; satin & frosted finished pieces may become shinier with wear and polished items can become slightly duller with time.
Snake chains
- Snake chains have an unusual semi-rigid form that can make them susceptible to kinking.
- Careful storage and handling is required to preserve the chains original shape. We suggest that your necklace is loosely coiled or hanging up to avoid being squashed or misshapen.