Stainless Steel Jewelry
Fashion jewelry made of stainless steel
The use of Stainless steel in jewelry It has spread due to the fact that it is a highly pure, durable, hypoallergenic metal with great hardness and therefore durability. Perfect for everyday use. Does not discolor or rust with water. However, if it breaks or is damaged, it cannot be repaired.
And it is not only jewelry at a good price that is accessible, but also the quality of the stainless steel makes the jewelry very durable and hypoallergenic, it does not react to your body. Choose especially stainless steel type 316L over 304, as the former is of better quality and durability.
Stainless steel is created when iron is mixed with nickel or chromium, and is very similar to silver or platinum. Due to this mixture, an excellent shine is achieved, high corrosion resistance, and the prevention of oxidation and dirt.
Therefore, it is of high quality compared to other materials and represents a guarantee and great durability in the jewelry sector with easy maintenance. It has 1000 times more strength than platinum, but it shines just like platinum. And over time, the piece will not turn black.
Stainless steel, although very durable, can scratch when in contact with other accessories made of silver or other materials, so it is recommended not to store it with more jewelry.
Jewelry made of silver or stainless steel?
Unlike stainless steel, silver can become dull when in contact with sweat and the pH level of the person using it, or it can be permanently damaged by contact with makeup, perfumes, creams, hair dyes, or cleaning chemicals.
Another advantage of stainless steel is that there is a significant price difference compared to other common materials with similar designs such as gold, white gold, rose gold, and silver.
Gold stainless steel or rose stainless steel
It consists of parts made of stainless steel, but with pink or gold enamel, so they run the risk of discoloration with improper use. Jewelry with pink stainless steel or gold stainless steel does not last as long as natural steel or "normal" stainless steel. Keep in mind that our Edelstahl Schmuck comes from Paris and has a warranty.
How can you tell if it is stainless steel?
The weight: It can be checked by hand or with a jewelry scale. Steel is heavier than other metals; if it is aluminum, you will see why it is super light.
Magnetic test: A very simple trick that helps you choose the best quality steel or distinguish it from other metals is the test with a magnet, which strongly adheres to any inferior quality steel, but good stainless steel should not stick to the magnet or only be slightly attracted.
Metals that do not attract magnets
In their natural state, metals like aluminum, brass, copper, gold, lead, and silver do not attract magnets, as they are weak metals. However, weak metals can be given properties like iron or steel to make them stronger.
Brighter appearance: The key difference is the "intensity" of brightness ... it's more of an observation trick than anything else.
When we take a close look at a piece of aluminum, we will notice that its surface is more opaque and has shades of gray, while stainless steel has a brighter, smoother, and more silvery surface.
Oxid: As the name suggests, stainless steel does not rust; it can lose its shine if we do not take good care of it or become contaminated with iron particles, but these can be easily removed with a metal cleaner or a solution of equal parts nitric acid and hydrofluoric acid; we must examine the surface of the ring very carefully; if we discover rust, it is not 100% steel.
The sulfuric acid test is used to distinguish between stainless steels 302, 304, and 316 and is carried out in the following steps:
The metal surface is prepared by filing or grinding.
Some drops of sulfuric acid with 20 vol.-% (1.84 specific gravity) are applied.
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The stainless steels 302 and 304 are attacked by acid, which quickly darkens the surface to brown or black and forms small greenish crystals.
Stainless steel 316 is slowly attacked, giving the surface a brown color that darkens to a brown shade, with small greenish crystals also forming.
Does stainless steel jewelry discolor?
Stainless steel is also well suited for allergy sufferers, as it is nickel-free. Another positive aspect of wearing stainless steel jewelry is that it does not tarnish or discolor and retains its color even with intensive wear and during showering, bathing, and swimming. Therefore, stainless steel jewelry does not discolor.
Now Stainless Steel Jewelry for Women buy online! At Koompliments you will find a large selection of special stainless steel rings or unusual colorful earrings, but also simple fashion jewelry made of stainless steel in gold or silver. Visit our jewelry online store, you will definitely find something!
At KOOMPLIMENTS, you will also find recycled silver jewelry with timeless designs. For example, original handmade Französischer Schmuck, which is made in small jewelry workshops in France. If you like jewelry in a Mediterranean style with leather straps and silver-plated beads, discover our jewelry from Spain. If you want to know more about the material, then read our article 'the zamak material widely used by Spanish jewelry brands'. Was ist Zamak Schmuck?