Sterling Silver Diamond Accent XO Pendant Necklace

Highlights

• The XO pendant is finished in rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver for a bright white tone.
• A natural round diamond totaling 0.01 ct sits in a bezel setting.
• The diamond is graded I-J color and I1-I2 clarity.
• An 18 inch sterling silver cable chain closes with a spring ring clasp.

Good to Know

• The bezel setting surrounds the diamond's edge with a protective rim of metal.
• Rhodium plating gives the sterling silver a bright, tarnish-resistant white finish.
• The 18 inch cable chain and spring ring clasp form a complete, ready-to-wear necklace.
• The diamond's I1
• I2 clarity and I
• J color are lower grades than premium diamond grades.
• As a plated piece, the rhodium layer can wear thin over time and may eventually need re
• plating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metal is the pendant made from?

The pendant is rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver, which gives it a bright white finish and helps resist tarnish. The chain is sterling silver as well, finished with a spring ring clasp.

How is the diamond set, and how big is it?

The piece holds one natural round diamond in a bezel setting, which surrounds the stone with a rim of metal to protect its edge. Total diamond weight is 0.01 ct, with I-J color and I1-I2 clarity.

How long is the chain?

The cable chain measures 18 inch and closes with a spring ring clasp, a small sprung circle commonly used on fine chains.

How do I care for this piece?

Wipe it with a soft cloth to keep the rhodium plating and sterling silver bright, and avoid polishing compounds or dips which can wear down the plated layer. Store it dry and closed, away from chlorine and perfume, to help slow tarnishing on the silver.

How to Care for Your Sterling Silver Diamond Accent XO Pendant Necklace

1. Wipe the piece with a soft cloth after wear to keep the surface bright.
2. Avoid polishing compounds or dips, since they can thin the rhodium plating.
3. Keep it away from chlorine and perfume to protect the metal.
4. Store it dry and closed when not in use to slow tarnishing.
5. Clean the diamond gently with a soft cloth, as diamond holds its polish well through daily wear.