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Silver

All of the silver used in our jewellery is at least 92.5% pure, otherwise know as Sterling Silver. We also use Karen Hill silver which can be 95-99% pure, this comes direct from the Karen Hill Tribes of northern Thailand who are skill craftsmen who's methods are passed down through the generations. Karen Hill Tribe silver is also Fair Traded

Gemstones

A lot of different gemstones are used in our jewellery. All stones used are listed in the description of the jewellery. Each stone or bead is chosen for its quality and cut. We favor faceted stones as, like crystals, they catch the light and sparkle. For a list of birthstones click here.

Lampwork Beads

Lampwork beads are produced by melting glass onto a mandrel in front of a hot flame and then manipulating the molten glass with the use of tools or gravity. Different effects are then achieved by adding layers of different coloured glass.They are then placed in a kiln and annealed to ensure strength and durability.Mass produced lampwork beads are not annealed and will eventually crack.

All of the lampwork beads used in our jewellery are produced by artists based in the UK, and carefully selected to complement our style and designs.

 

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