18K Yellow Gold Vermeil Cultured Pearl Station Link Bracelet

Highlights

• Set with 16 round white cultured pearls sourced from Chinese freshwater cultivation.
• Each pearl measures 5.0-5.5mm with medium luster and medium nacre.
• Made of vermeil over .925 sterling silver.
• Measures 7.25 inches in length and closes with a lobster claw clasp.
• Pearls are drilled and set along a station link chain.

Good to Know

• Features 16 cultured pearls rather than imitation beads.
• Vermeil over .925 sterling silver gives the piece a warm yellow tone.
• Lobster claw clasp is a secure closure style.
• The pearls are rated fair uniformity and lightly blemished rather than flawless.
• As a plated piece, the vermeil layer sits over a sterling silver base rather than being solid throughout.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metal is the bracelet made from?

The piece is made from vermeil over .925 sterling silver. The vermeil layer sits over a sterling silver base, and like all sterling silver, the base metal will darken over time in air, though this is reversible with a soft cloth.

What kind of pearls are used and how many are there?

The piece is set with 16 round white cultured pearls sourced from Chinese freshwater cultivation. Each pearl measures 5.0-5.5mm and has medium luster, medium nacre, fair uniformity, and is lightly blemished, then drilled and strung along the link chain.

How long is the bracelet and how does it fasten?

The bracelet measures 7.25 inches in length and fastens with a lobster claw clasp. A lobster clasp closes with a sprung lever and is considered one of the more secure clasp styles, though it takes a bit of dexterity to fasten.

How should the piece be cleaned and stored?

Wipe the piece with a soft cloth to remove everyday wear, and keep it away from chlorine, perfume, and household cleaners, which can affect both the sterling silver and the pearls. Store it dry and closed when not being worn to slow tarnishing of the silver.

How to Care for Your 18K Yellow Gold Vermeil Cultured Pearl Station Link Bracelet

1. Wipe the piece with a soft cloth after wear to remove oils and buildup.
2. Keep it away from chlorine, perfume, and household cleaners, which can affect both the silver and the pearls.
3. Store it dry and closed, away from air exposure, to slow tarnishing of the sterling silver base.
4. Clean tarnish on the silver with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft cloth, then dry thoroughly.
5. Avoid abrasives like toothpaste, which can scratch the silver and leave it hazy.