.925 Sterling Silver Checkerboard Cut Red Garnet Bezel Station Necklace - 22" Inches

Highlights

• The necklace holds 15 round natural red garnets set across the chain.
• Each garnet is cut in the checkerboard style and set in a bezel setting.
• The garnets come in three sizes: 4 x 4mm, 5 x 5mm and 6 x 6mm, all AAA clarity with no heat treatment.
• The chain is rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver in a cable chain style.
• The necklace measures 22 inches and closes with a lobster claw clasp.

Good to Know

• The 15 garnets are natural stones with AAA clarity and no heat treatment.
• Bezel settings surround each garnet's edge, protecting it more than an open setting would.
• The rhodium plated finish gives a bright white tone over the sterling silver base.
• Rhodium plating is a surface layer over the sterling silver base, not solid rhodium throughout.
• Sterling silver darkens over time in air and needs occasional cleaning to stay bright.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the necklace made from?

The chain and bezel settings are rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver. The gemstones are natural red garnets, set in bezels along the cable chain.

How long is the necklace?

It measures 22 inches and fastens with a lobster claw clasp.

How should the piece be cared for?

Clean it with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft cloth, then dry it thoroughly. Store it dry and closed, and keep it away from chlorine and perfume to help the finish last.

What cut and setting are the garnets?

The 15 garnets are round with a checkerboard cut and are held in bezel settings, which surround each stone's edge with a rim of metal. They are natural stones with AAA clarity and no heat treatment.

How to Care for Your .925 Sterling Silver Checkerboard Cut Red Garnet Bezel Station Necklace - 22" Inches

1. Wipe the piece with a soft cloth after wearing to keep the rhodium plated finish bright.
2. Clean it with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft cloth, then dry thoroughly.
3. Avoid chlorine and perfume contact to protect the plated surface.
4. Store the piece dry and closed when not in use.
5. Skip abrasive cleaners like toothpaste, since they can scratch the surface and leave it hazy.