This skeleton cross necklace is stainless steel which means it's tarnish and water resistant. stainless steel rope chain 3mm lobster clasp water resistant tarnish resistant pendant lead and nickel free JEWELRY CARE: all the chains are made of surgical grade stainless steel and can be worn daily, withstanding heat, moisture, and chemicals. ABOUT: SHIPPING: I intend to live by KarmaKlub’s core pillars of self care, community care, slowness, and intentionality. This is tied to KarmaKlub’s mission of challenging disposability culture. I try my best not to throw away my physical, mental, spiritual, or emotional body into toxic workaholic culture. Because of this, please allow up to 2-5 weeks for shipping. KarmaKlub is dedicated in trying to be as sustainable with shipping as much as possible by re-using packages. We ask that you please re-use or recycle your packages as well. HERE is a guide on how to properly recycle. RETURNS: Returns on all necklaces, bracelets, and clothing items within 2 weeks of delivery if not satisfied with your purchase. customer agrees to pay a flat rate return shipping cost of $2.50 once the item is received, the process of returning to the original form of payment is started. please email [email protected] should there be any issues with description "return" and we'd be happy to assist. All earrings, extenders, and rings are final sale.