Understanding Your Tilly May Jewellery
I craft each piece with care, using materials chosen for their beauty, durability, and character. My goal is to create jewellery that feels timeless and personal, something you’ll love wearing every day. This guide is here to help you understand the finishes and materials I use.
What Is Stainless Steel Jewellery?
Crafted from a robust alloy of iron, carbon, and chromium, stainless steel jewellery is built for everyday life. Completely tarnish-free, waterproof, and hypoallergenic, it maintains its brilliant shine and resists fading even when exposed to water and daily wear. Incredibly durable and scratch-resistant, this resilient metal is gentle on sensitive skin.
What Is Plated Jewellery?
Plated jewellery features a thin layer of gold or silver over a brass base, offering the look of solid precious metal at an accessible price. Brass provides a warm undertone that holds the finish smoothly. The color and durability depend on the gold karat and plating thickness. Designed for gentle, occasional wear, these pieces maintain their radiant shine with proper care.
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Composition: A layer of 14K gold, 58.3% pure gold blended with strengthening metals over a brass base.
Colour Tone: Soft, slightly lighter gold with a gentle, understated sheen.
Durability: More resistant to wear and scratches than higher-karat plating, making it ideal for everyday elegance.
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Composition: A layer of 18K gold, 75% pure gold over a brass base, offering a richer gold content.
Colour Tone: Deeper, warmer gold with a luxurious glow.
Durability: Slightly softer and more prone to surface wear but retains a vibrant colour with proper care.
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Composition: A fine layer of silver applied over a brass base, mimicking the look of solid silver.
Colour Tone: Bright, crisp silver with a polished, cool-toned finish.
Durability: Less resistant to tarnish and wear than sterling silver; best suited for occasional wear.
Important Note on Jewellery Appearance
When purchasing gold or silver jewellery, please be aware that the appearance of colours, finishes, and details in photographs may differ from how they appear in person. Factors such as lighting conditions during photography, camera settings, and screen calibration can create subtle variations in colour or brightness.
I strive to ensure all images accurately represent my products. However, these variations are sometimes unavoidable. Please review the product descriptions thoroughly and reach out if you have specific questions about a piece.
As a policy, refunds or exchanges cannot be offered based on colour discrepancies or finish variations that result from photographic or technological influences. I appreciate your understanding and your trust in Tilly May’s commitment to quality and transparency.