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My gold plated silver ring is turning silver. What do I do?
All our gold plated silver rings are quality checked to ensure that there are exactly 10 microns of gold (3 layers) on the silver. The coating at other jewelry brands is usually 3-5 microns so...
My jewelry looks dirty and the stones have become dull. What do I do?
It sounds like your jewelry needs to be cleaned. We recommend that you clean your jewelry often to keep dirt away from the stones. If your silver jewelry has black spots,...
My silver jewelry or gold plated silver jewelry has black spots. What do I do?
Since your jewelry is made of silver, it's normal for it to start oxidizing, especially if it's not used often or stored open to oxygen. We recommend using a silver cleaner or...
What is Abelstedt jewelry made of?
Depending on the collection, Abelstedt jewelry is made of either 925 sterling silver, gold plated sterling silver of 10 micron gold (3 layers), tungsten (only rings for men), gold (in 10, 14 or 18 karat) or white gold (in 10,...
Can my Abelstedt jewelry get wet?
While most of your Abelstedt jewelry can get wet with little to no impact, we recommend removing all Abelstedt jewelry before showering or swimming, cooking, exercising, or putting on lotion. Read Julie...
How do I care for my pearl jewelry?
Pearl jewelry can last for generations if cared for properly. Keep your pearl jewelry away from perfumes, cosmetics, perspiration, and dirt. To clean your pearls, wipe them with a slightly damp cloth. Explore our...
How should I store my silver jewelry?
It's important that silver jewelry is stored in a dry location. We recommend wearing your silver jewelry as much as possible to avoid oxidation. When storing your silver jewelry, make...
How often should I get my jewelry cleaned?
We recommend cleaning your jewelry at least once every year. If you wear your jewelry almost every day, clean and check it every few months. Read Julie Abelstedt's complete guide to...
How well does your gold plated jewelry last and does it come off?
Abelstedt jewelry does not come off since all our jewelry is made of genuine precious metals. If you take care of your gold plated silver jewelry (i.e., take it off when you are in...
How do I care for and clean my jewelry?
Since our founding in 2015, we have maintained the highest standards in design, materials, and craftsmanship. Simple, basic care is enough to avoid damage and keep your jewelry shiny like new for years...
I have lost a stone in my jewelry. What do I do?
If it's a stone that has fallen out of your jewelry due to manufacturing defects and not wear and tear, we would of course like to help. Send us an email and attach a...
Can my necklace be lengthened or shortened?
The length of all Abelstedt necklaces can be adjusted by 6 cm (about 2.4 inches) at the lock. If you wish to extend your necklace further, we also offer a clasp extender...
