At Indomita Heirlooms we are artisans and each piece we produce is unique, that is why we recommend that the pieces are cared for in a specific way to extend the life of each one of them.

We use yellow bronze, sterling silver 925 and 18k gold plating.

Solid gold is available on request.

PLATING & TARNISH

Indomita Heirlooms doesn't guarantee that the gold plating on our pieces will last forever, as by its nature it wears down with time and use. Durability will always depend on how the piece is cared for.

To ensure your gold plated jewelry continues to live its best life, please avoid:

All liquids including water, salt water, chlorine, shampoo & conditioner, perfume, soap, make-up, fake tan, hairspray, cleaning products, lotions, oils and oxidising agents.

Swimming, showering and washing your hands – always remove your jewelry first.

Jewelry must be removed before any kind of exercise. Sweat can speed up tarnish.

If your piece is gold plated, gently polish with the included polishing cloth. Don’t use any cleaning products as this can damage plating.

BRONZE 101

Yellow bronze is a nickel free alloy primarily composed of copper, tin, and zinc, which gives it a warm, golden hue. Given its durability and affordable price point, yellow bronze is an excellent alternative to gold.

For certain people, bronze has the potential to cause a greenish patina on the skin when it reacts with the acid levels of our PH. This depends entirely on individual body chemistry and is not the result of any defect or quality issue - it is simply the nature of solid bronze, it’s completely harmless and goes away by simply washing your hands. If this bothers you, a great trick to use is to paint a thin coat of clear nail polish on the inside of the ring to prevent any oxidation on the skin.

To make sure your bronze jewelry maintains its beautiful shine, we suggest to store it in a dry place, avoid moisture (its best to remove jewelry before swimming, showering, or exercising to prevent oxidation) and exposure to chemicals (perfume, lotion, and cleaning products can accelerate tarnishing, apply them before putting on your jewelry).

After wearing it, use our included soft cloth to lightly polish your jewelry to remove oils and dirt.

How to clean tarnished bronze Jewelry:

Lemon and Baking Soda Method:
Mix lemon juice with a small amount of baking soda until it forms a paste.

Gently rub the paste onto the tarnished areas with a soft cloth or toothbrush.

Rinse with warm water and dry thoroughly.

Vinegar and Salt Solution:
Combine 1 tablespoon of salt with 1 cup of white vinegar.

Dip your jewelry into the solution or soak a cloth in the mixture and gently wipe the surface.

Rinse with water and dry immediately.

Polishing Cloth:
Use our included polishing cloth specifically for metals to buff and restore shine after cleaning.

These quick & easy polishing tricks at home will keep your bronze jewelry looking its best!