Sterling Silver Lab Created Emerald Bead Chain Necklace

Highlights

• The center stone is a lab created round emerald in green, measuring 3.5mm with AAA clarity.
• The emerald is held in a bezel setting, which surrounds the stone's edge with a rim of metal.
• The chain is a bead chain in rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver.
• The necklace measures 18 inches in length and closes with a lobster claw clasp.
• No heat treatment has been applied to the emerald.

Good to Know

• The lab created emerald is bezel set, which protects the stone's edge with a surrounding rim of metal.
• The rhodium plated finish gives the sterling silver chain a bright, white look that resists tarnish while the plating lasts.
• The lobster claw clasp is a secure closure for the 18 inch chain.
• The rhodium plating is a surface layer over sterling silver rather than a solid precious metal throughout.
• Sterling silver will darken over time in air and needs occasional wiping to keep its brightness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metal is the chain made from?

The chain is rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver, which gives it a bright, white finish. The bead chain runs the full 18 inch length and closes with a lobster claw clasp.

What is the center stone and how is it set?

The center stone is a lab created round emerald, green in color, measuring 3.5mm with AAA clarity and no heat treatment. It is held in a bezel setting, which surrounds the stone's edge with a rim of metal.

How long is the necklace and how does it fasten?

The necklace measures 18 inches in length and fastens with a lobster claw clasp, which closes with a sprung lever. This clasp type is generally considered secure to close, though it can ask for a little dexterity to fasten.

How much care does the piece need?

A soft cloth wipe now and then, kept away from chlorine and perfume, along with dry closed storage, covers most of what it needs.

How to Care for Your Sterling Silver Lab Created Emerald Bead Chain Necklace

1. Wipe the piece with a soft cloth after wearing to remove oils and keep the rhodium plated surface bright.
2. Keep it away from chlorine and perfume to protect the plated finish and the sterling silver underneath.
3. Store it dry and closed when not in use to slow natural darkening of the silver.
4. Avoid polishing compounds or dips, which can thin the rhodium plating over time.