Jewellery Guides

DRESCHER Jewellery® Jewellery Guides is where we share what we know about hallmarked, rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver — from material and care guides to gift ideas and the meaning behind our symbolic designs.

How to Care for Pearl Jewellery: Cleaning, Storage and What to Avoid
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Pearls are relatively soft and need careful handling. Here's what actually damages them, how to clean and store pearl jewellery safely, and when a necklace might need restringing. Read more...
What Is Mother-of-Pearl, and How Is It Different from a Pearl?
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Mother-of-pearl and pearl come from the same lustrous source, but they're not the same thing. Here's what each one actually is, why they shimmer, and what that means for the jewellery you wear. Read more...
Why Does Rhodium-Plated Silver Jewellery Turn Yellow or Dull? The Science, Explained
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A faint yellow or dull cast on rhodium-plated silver jewellery is the earliest visible stage of a well-documented chemical process, not something you can diagnose from colour alone. Here's the science behind it, and when it's worth having the piece professionally examined. Read more...
What Is 925 Sterling Silver? Hallmarks, Rhodium Plating & What to Look For
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What does '925' actually mean, and how can you tell if silver jewellery is genuine? Hallmarks, fineness marks and rhodium plating, explained clearly by DRESCHER Jewellery®. Read more...