Materials & Jewelry Care

Manado is an ethical and sustainable brand creating fine jewelry mindfully. 

MATERIALS 

Recycled Silver

All our pieces (excluding chains) are made from recycled sterling silver. Eco or recycled silver is not mined from the ground, instead it is produced using unwanted jewelry and scrap silver which is melted down to be reused again. 

Recycled silver is an amazing resource, able to be repeatedly reused without diminishing in quality and without creating any environmental decay.


.925 Sterling Silver

Alloy made of 92.5% pure Silver and 7.5% Copper. All our sterling silver pieces are stamped with the 925 mark which indicates the purity of the metal. Recycled sterling silver has the same purity as new sterling silver, there is no quality difference between the two. 

Gold Vermeil  

All of our gold jewelry is layered in Gold Vermeil. Simply, to be considered Gold Vermeil, the piece of jewelry must have a very thick layer of Gold over high-quality sterling silver.

We layer our base of sterling silver with a thick layer of Gold (2.5 microns) to make it even more durable, which allows us to create premium pieces of jewelry without the premium price tags of solid gold.

Additionally, for those who fear metal allergies, Gold Vermeil is the perfect solution as there is no unknown core metal other than a thick layer of solid Gold and the base of high-quality Sterling Silver.

JEWELRY CARE 

How to Care

Your jewelry should always be the last thing you put on when you dress up and the first thing you take off when you come home. Contact with lotions, cosmetics or perfumes is generally not good for jewelry items, as the chemicals can speed up the tarnishing process (never spray perfume directly onto your jewelry). 

As it’s certainly tempting to wear your Manado jewelry all the time, we recommend removing while working out, cleaning, showering, bathing or swimming in chlorinated or salt water. 
Daily maintenance, to keep your piece in the best shape – simply wipe the piece down with a soft cloth after each use. 

How to Store

Store your jewels in a moisture-free, cool dry place. Humidity, sunlight and heat can cause oxidation, so ideally you should keep your loved items in our jewelry box or pouch. Always store them separately to avoid scratches. 

Herringbone Chains - This intricately woven chain requires extra care with its delicate nature. We recommend that it be stored laying flat at all times. Be mindful when taking it on and off to not bend the chain. It should be removed before going to sleep and doing any strenuous activities as we are unable to repair kinks and dents that may occur with regular wear.

Following our tips and storing your items correctly will help to prevent discolouring and keep your jewelry looking shiny and beautiful for a long time. However, please note that all metals naturally oxidize with time and require maintenance. Additionally, factors such as the acidity of your skin or the way the jewelry has been looked after may result in a faster or slower tarnishing process. 

Be sure to follow these guidelines to help preserve the finish on your beautiful pieces.