About MARLENA's metal fittings (what is SILVER925/Rhodium plating process)

What is rhodium plating?

All MARLENA products are rhodium plated.
Rhodium plating is the process of coating the surface of accessories with a metal called rhodium.
Silver is a beautiful metal that shines, but it darkens with use, so care is essential after use.
By applying rhodium processing, the surface does not come into contact with the air, preventing discoloration, so you can use it with peace of mind as jewelry that will last a lifetime.
In addition, the rhodium coating effect makes it less likely to cause allergic reactions.

What is SILVER925?

SILVER925 is also used in high-end jewelry, and in recent years, items using SILVER925 have become very popular in women's jewelry, including men's jewelry.
Silver 925 is silver:92.5% other metals:7.5%,
It is called SILVER925 because it contains 92.5% silver.
This ratio is an excellent balance of strength, and the reason why SILVER925 is loved is because it is durable and can be used for a long time.
In addition, 925 silver is a material that is quite difficult to cause allergies.
In general, in the case of cheap accessories, the material is not carefully polished, so nickel is used as the base, and plating is applied over it. there is a need,
Accessories using 925 silver are plated with rhodium and gold plates without undercoating, reducing concerns about allergies.
And"silver original brightness"is one of the charm.
It boasts the highest level of reflectance among metals, and when polished, it shines brighter than platinum, which is the unique characteristic of SILVER.