Recycled Sterling Silver - Ella Stein sterling silver is certified recycled and nickel free. It is plated with 14k gold or rhodium.Diamonds - Ella Stein diamonds are conflict free, they are cut and polished by independent self employed women. Is Ella Stein jewelry waterproof and tarnish-free?Ella Stein jewelry is made with recycled Sterling Silver and plated with 14K Gold. These are by nature not waterproof. Avoid wearing them continuously or for extended periods of time in water.They take the utmost care to craft their jewelry using the highest quality of silver and gold, so every Ella Stein piece is built to last! In their efforts to ensure their jewelry is allergen free and doesn’t harm your skin, they do not coat it with anti-tarnish chemicals.CleaningWipe the metal part of jewelry with the cloth provided for an instant shine. Gently rub the piece with this fabric to get rid of tarnish. Heavily tainted areas may require several swipes.MaintenancePreserve the restored brilliance & inhibit tarnish by buffing on a regular basis.StorageKeep in an airtight container when not being worn.
