All Merewif gold plated jewelry is 100% brass with sterling silver underneath. Merewif uses a much thicker gold plate than the industry standard, and once the pieces are plated, a protective finish is added to prolong the life of the gold plate. Merewif's gold plated jewelry should hold it’s plating for years if the wearer takes proper care of the piece.
Sterling silver can tarnish over time and wear. Merewif suggests giving an occassional love and wipe with professional metal cloth for extra cleaning and shine.
In order to maintain a prolong life of the jewelry, the maker recommends removing the jewelry during shower/swimming and cleaning with harsh chemicals. It is advised to store the jewelry when not in use in a given padded box. If needed, clean with damp cloth.
**the mood stone will discolor if exposed to water!