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Materials Information
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Valerie's Visions Jewelry is created using only the finest materials. Natural gemstones are chosen over man-made in order to obtain the benefit of the healing properties inherent in each gemstone. I use sterling silver, 14 or 22kt gold fill, Swarovski crystals and fine pearls. All jewelry is strung on 49-strand wire.
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SIZING
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I make most of the necklaces 16" long unless otherwise noted. If I think the style can be worn either above or below the collar I'll use a lobster claw clasp and an extendable chain. Almost any necklace can be re-sized if you have a small or large neck or require a specific length to go with an outfit. In most cases I will do this at no charge, however, if the composition is particularly labor intensive and I have to re-make the entire necklace, or add a significant number of beads, there will be an additional fee.
Bracelets are made to fit an average wrist - about 6 3/4" - 7". If you have a particularly small or large wrist, I am happy to size it for you prior to shipping. Please email me with this information if required.
Please ask for any adjustment you need!
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MATERIAL F.A.Q.
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What is "gold-filled?" Gold Filled items are very durable. The gold layer will not wear off as in many plated products. It is a lifetime product. The karatage used to descrige gold-filled pertains to the karatage of the gold layer component of the product. This portion of the finished product must be 1/20 of the metal's total weight according to Federal Trade Commission regulations. Products described as 14kt gold filled have 1/20 gold content.
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What is sterling silver? Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver metal. This standard is used to assure consistent quality among sterling silver products. Silver that is not described as "sterling" or .925 has less pure silver content and will often be softer and more prone to scratching and denting. The reason it is 92.5 % instead of 100% is so that manufacturers can achieve the requisite hardness and stability to resist wear and tear and hold its shape.
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What are Swarovski Crystals? Swarovski is the family name of the leading crystal manufacturer in the world. Swarovski beads and pendants are 32% lead oxide Strass crystal. They are expensive but well worth it. The sparkling beads and prisms draw out magnificent colors and bestow enchanting elegance upon any piece. Their outstanding quality is the result of special polishing, perfect cut, exact geometry ad precise angles, which draw out maximum brilliance.
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