Louisa Guild Jewelry is meant for everyday wear.  All of the jewelry is handmade by Louisa in the USA.  The casted piece is solid Brass.  Any chains or components that are gold, are gold filled.  They are not plated gold.  The difference can easily be Googled.  In short, gold filled is much sturdier and much more durable with a layer of gold instead of painted on gold.  The process provides years of use, instead of weeks.  Given that the casted pieces are brass, there will be some tarnish that accumulates on it.  You can prevent that by limiting its exposure to sweat and chemicals. Salt in the ocean or from your own sweat or from any lotions or chemicals you put on your body will cause tarnishing quicker!  Our recommendation for cleaning is to purchase a silver cleaning cloth such as Sunshine cleaning cloth.  You can also dip your jewelry in a gentle jewelry cleaning solution.  We think that polishing with the cloth and then a quick dip in a gentle solution is the best way to sparkle up your LGJ jewelry.  

A Note on Care

Many of our designs are formed in solid metal without hinges like our hook clasps or our cuffs. These pieces are artfully rigid by nature—their structure is part of their strength and beauty. Attempting to bend or reshape metal that is not engineered to move will cause it to break. This is not a reflection of quality, but rather the immutable law of physics. We kindly ask that you handle your jewelry with care and avoid applying pressure or force to its form. Damage resulting from bending or reshaping cannot be accepted as a return, though we are always happy to discuss possible repairs or restoration options.

We hope that you enjoy years of wear with your LGJ jewelry.  It is made with pure intention.  We know that our customers seek quality and longevity from their jewelry and we honor that intention.  Please let us know if your investment needs attention.  We will always stand behind our jewelry.