Sterling silver is a beautiful and accessible precious metal that's perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions! Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver mixed with 7.5% other metals (usually copper) for durability - that's why you'll see the '.925' stamp on quality pieces. Our sterling silver collection features gorgeous pieces like the Sterling Silver Pearl Bujukan Teardrop Necklace and Sterling Silver Faceted Swiss Blue Topaz Stud Earrings, showcasing the versatility of this metal. Compared to our gold collections, sterling silver offers the same luxury feel at a more accessible price point, making it perfect for building a jewelry collection or trying new styles. While sterling silver requires a bit more care than gold to prevent tarnishing, it's incredibly durable and has a bright, mirror-like finish that complements both casual and formal looks. Many of our customers love starting with sterling silver pieces and then adding gold pieces over time.

Sterling silver can tarnish over time when exposed to air and moisture, but don't let that discourage you - it's completely normal and easily preventable and reversible! Our Sterling Silver Bujukan pieces, like the Pearl Huggie Earrings and White Sapphire Hoop Earrings, are designed for regular wear, and actually, wearing your sterling silver jewelry frequently is one of the best ways to prevent tarnishing because the natural oils from your skin help protect the metal. For storage, keep pieces in anti-tarnish pouches or lined jewelry boxes, and avoid exposure to perfumes, lotions, and household cleaners. If tarnish does develop, a gentle silver polishing cloth will quickly restore the shine. For deeper cleaning, we offer professional cleaning services here at our showroom that will make your sterling silver look brand new again. The key is not to be afraid of sterling silver - with minimal care, it maintains its beauty beautifully!

The Bujukan collection is absolutely stunning and represents some of the finest craftsmanship in contemporary jewelry design! Our Sterling Silver Bujukan pieces feature that signature beaded texture that Gabriel & Co. is famous for - it creates incredible light reflection and adds a sophisticated, textural element that's both modern and timeless. The Bujukan technique involves creating tiny beaded surfaces that catch and reflect light beautifully, giving pieces like our Sterling Silver Pearl Bujukan Teardrop Necklace an almost luminous quality. We love offering Bujukan in sterling silver because it makes this exceptional design technique accessible to more customers while maintaining the same quality and attention to detail. The combination of sterling silver's bright finish with the Bujukan texture creates a stunning interplay of light and shadow. These pieces work beautifully on their own or layered with other jewelry, and the sterling silver allows customers to experience this premium design aesthetic at an approachable price point.

Without a doubt! Mixing metals is one of the hottest trends in jewelry, and our sterling silver pieces are perfect for creating layered, eclectic looks. Our Sterling Silver collection works beautifully when mixed with gold pieces - the different textures and colors create visual interest and allow you to express your personal style. For example, you might layer our Sterling Silver Pearl Bujukan Teardrop Necklace with a gold chain of a different length, or mix our Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with gold studs for a curated ear look. The key to successful metal mixing is intentionality - choose pieces that complement each other in style and scale rather than competing for attention. Our team loves helping customers create mixed-metal looks that feel cohesive and polished. Many of our customers start with our sterling silver pieces as foundation pieces and then add gold accents, or vice versa. Don't be afraid to experiment - mixing metals adds dimension and personality to your jewelry collection!