K gold jewelry

Can Silver and K Gold Jewelry Touch Water?

The hot weather in summer makes many people like to go to places such as the beach and swimming pools where they can play with water to cool off. But in addition to playing in the water, many people, whether male or female, like to wear watches, jewelry, rings and other items. For many watch brands, in order to facilitate summer outdoor activities, they have anti splash or diving designs. However, for jewelry, especially simple and easy to wear rings, is it a good choice to wear them in the swimming pool or underwater world?
Many people like to wear accessories to swim or play in the water, but is this really good for silver and k gold jewelry metals or gemstones?

1. Can diamond rings or gemstones touch water

We all know that diamonds are the hardest stones on the Mohs hardness scale, but even the hardest things can be damaged if not properly protected. For example, repeatedly exposing diamonds to swimming pools containing irritating chemicals or coming into contact with cleaning agents is a very unwise approach. Chlorine in the pool can have varying degrees of negative effects on diamonds or other gemstones on the ring, such as discoloration.

If your ring is composed of different gemstones, it is also important to note that natural gemstones such as pearls, lapis lazuli, and turquoise can lose their moisture and dry up and fade after prolonged exposure to water. Therefore, no matter what gemstones are on the ring, remove them before swimming or touching water, after all, keeping them in their original state is the most important thing.

2. Touching water can affect the inlay tightness

Precious metals embedded with gemstones can also be affected by pool water. For example, when chlorine interacts with metals, it can loosen the inlay of diamonds or other gemstones. As a result, the diamonds or gemstones protected inside can be easily damaged, and in severe cases, they may even fall off.

3. Can pure silver touch water

Silver jewelry is increasingly favored by people. Generally speaking, silver has stable chemical properties, low activity, and is not easily corroded by chemicals, so it can come into contact with water. But be careful not to touch chemicals with strong acidity or alkalinity, and it is recommended to use a silver cloth to wipe and clean every time you wear it, whether or not it comes into contact with water.

4. Can gold or platinum touch water

Let’s take a look at gold, K-gold, or platinum rings. Although some people are certain that the water in the swimming pool will never affect gold, especially high-purity gold rings. Wearing gold rings and washing hands will not cause any changes to the gold rings. However, if worn for a long time, chemicals in the swimming pool will still cause them to change color. Moreover, most people nowadays do not wear pure gold but K-gold, which belongs to alloy rings. Therefore, it is even more important to be aware that there is a risk of cracking or turning black after contact with irritating chemicals.

Alloy jewelry should pay attention to the risk of cracking or turning black after contact with irritating chemicals.

5. Seawater is also very dangerous

Besides swimming pool water, saltwater pools are not very good for rings either. Contact with salt water can corrode the welding part of the ring, for example, the copper content in rose gold is very high, and contact with salt water will accelerate the corrosion degree of rose gold. For diamonds or other gemstones, salt water can cause damage to the stone surface, making it impossible to reflect light, and this damage is permanent. Therefore, it is important to avoid contact between the ring and high salt water.

6. Pay attention to items such as sunscreen

We have been talking about the impact of water on the ring, but don’t forget that mosquito prevention spray, lotion and sunscreen will also pose a threat to your ring. Don’t be fooled by how sunscreen protects your skin, but it doesn’t protect the ring at all. When the ring is coated with sunscreen, it’s like adding a thin film to prevent gemstones or precious metals from shining as usual.

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Italian Horn Necklace

Italian Horn Necklace Meaning

The Italian horn necklace is widely popular around the Italy, which is a twisted chili-pepper-shaped amulet and common outside of Italy among Italians and generations of Italian descendants.

When traveling to Mediterranean Sea Naples, you will find red horn-shaped talisman charms called “cornicelli” hanging everywhere in the streets. It is typical to see an Italian horn necklace being worn by very handsome, very superstitious Italian men and of course by all the beautiful women too! Sometimes, it will be a gold Italian horn, and sometimes you can see it in red coral or silver. But what is the meaning of the Italian horn?

The Meaning of Italy Horn Necklace

Evil Eye Necklace
Evil Eye Necklace

Like most people across the world, we Italians have several superstitious beliefs. Among these, wearing or owning different charms to protect our loved ones and ourselves—warding off bad luck and bringing good fortune. The most popular charm for this, especially in the south of Italy, is the iconic Italian horn.

The Italian horn serves as a protection against “Malocchio,” as we call it in Italian. “Malocchio” means the evil eye. This is a sort of curse that envious people could potentially silently wish on you. It is not rare to see Italians immediately making a horn sign with their hand to ward off the Malocchio when someone pays a compliment or wishes you something wonderful. Most commonly, the Italian horn is a symbol of good luck.

The Italian horn is believed to protect the person who wears it. The Italian horn is known locally as “cornicello” (meaning little horn, or hornlet), “cornetto,” or simply “corno.” Often the horn is worn on a necklace, but it is also common to see it hanging inside a car for protection.

The History of Italian Horn Necklace

Gold Italy Horn Necklace

Gold Italy Horn Necklace

The Italian horn history dates back to ancient times in Italy.

According to some historians, the amulet represents a pagan Moon Goddess. This is why initially, the horn had the shape of the crescent moon.

Then, with time, the shape of the amulet was associated with a bull’s horn, and, if worn as a charm, it was believed to protect the wearer from evil and danger.

Artisans of Old Naples began to craft a little horn with an odd shape; “tuosto, stuorto e cu a’ punta” which means, tough and twisted at the tip. Those who acquired such an amulet would be blessed with good luck.

The Unique Charm of Italian Horn Necklace

Our Italian horn charm has a unique twist design, it comes as a charm, and it has a clip bail that can be attached to any of our chains. Show off your Italian horn necklace by simply matching.

Our Italian horns are all made in silver 925 with different luxurious brighton finishes.

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For thousands of years, insects in nature have become elves for people to express their emotions. They are beautiful, cute, mysterious, and always irresistible. Insects are the most exquisite artistic masterpiece of creators, always embodying human emotions as elves. Insect jewelry are engraved in every inch of jewelry, using the luxury of diamonds to highlight the agility of insects.

Scarab – Rebirth, Protection, Sun God

Jeulia "Insect Magic" Scarab Design Round Cut Sterling Silver Ring
Jeulia “Insect Magic” Scarab Design Round Cut Sterling Silver Ring

The ancient Egyptians had an unparalleled belief in the power of rebirth. They regarded the scarab as a talisman and made it into jewelry to wear for safety. With the continuous development of jewelry, the mysterious scarab has never faded out of people’s vision. Whether in the period of decorative art or contemporary times, jewelry with scarab elements has been constantly emerging!

Butterfly – Freedom and Soul

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Jeulia “Poetic Spring” Butterfly & Flower Enamel Sterling Silver Jewelry Set

In Japan, it is the endorsement of female charm; In ancient Greek legends, it symbolizes the reborn soul released from the body; The Native Americans of the Amazon River basin believed that pouring out their wishes to them would come true. The numerous varieties of butterflies, combined with their rich and dazzling color patterns, provide designers with countless inspirations and vast creative space, making the butterfly effect in the jewelry industry never cease!

Dragonfly – Mysterious, Rising Clouds

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Jeulia “Nature’s Wonder” Dragonfly Design Sterling Silver Brooch

The grand and harmonious new art style of the 19th century loved to combine dragonflies and women. The delicate hollow design and colorful enamel made the combination of dragonflies and the human body more mythical. The dragonfly itself is light, beautiful, and full of spirit, making designers unable to resist wanting to showcase its form.

Spiders – Auspiciousness and Creativity

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Legend has it that spiders once protected the young Jesus who went into exile in Egypt. In addition, spiders cater to the Western adventurous and bold personality, making them the most popular design theme throughout history. In today’s increasingly personalized pursuit, the mysterious temperament of spiders is also what people long to enhance, so more and more designers have obtained excellent design inspiration from spiders!

Bees – Imperial Power

Jeulia Honey Bee Crossover Sterling Silver Jewelry Set
Jeulia Honey Bee Crossover Sterling Silver Jewelry Set

It is said that when Napoleon was still a baby, a bee landed on his lips, and later Napoleon became the emperor. Many brands, represented by Napoleon’s jewelry brand Chaumet, have also begun to incorporate bee elements into jewelry. Many jewelry presents bees and flowers as interdependent companions, and these natural creatures are like the most ordinary artistic sublimation!

As these little creatures quietly become the new favorites of designers when making jewelry, insect jewelry seems to have evolved into a series of vibrant life forms that blend in with nature.

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