Jewellery Materials & Care

Stainless steel or sterling silver? A plain comparison of tarnish, skin, durability, price and care, so you can choose the right metal for how you wear it.

The infinity symbol is younger than it looks. This guide traces it from the ouroboros and the endless knot to a 1655 maths treatise, compares zinc alloy with stainless steel through the metals in your zip and watch, and answers the questions buyers ask before choosing.

From silphium coins and medieval manuscripts to Edinburgh luckenbooths, the long story of the heart symbol - plus a plain guide to zinc alloy versus stainless steel using the metals in your zip, buckle and cutlery, and the questions people actually ask.

The spiral is the oldest symbol humans still wear. This guide tells its five-thousand-year story, compares zinc alloy with stainless steel using the metals in your zip, keys and cutlery, answers the questions buyers ask, and ends with a free JewelFreebies hands-on set.

Why does one silver jewellery piece cost £1 while another costs £100? Discover the difference between sterling silver and silver-plated jewellery and learn what you’re really paying for.

Tarnish‑free jewellery is essential for anyone who wants pieces that stay bright without constant polishing. This guide compares every major jewellery metal — from stainless steel and titanium to gold, silver, tungsten and copper — explaining how each one ages, reacts to moisture, and handles daily wear. With its chromium‑rich protective layer, stainless steel stands out as the most reliable, affordable and truly low‑maintenance tarnish‑free option for modern jewellery.

Most people don't live in a world of gold vaults and platinum rings. They live in a world of movement. Everyday jewellery materials were born to match that life — and they say just as much about who you are.

Luxury jewellery didn't begin with wealth. It began with the human obsession for things that do not die. Gold for permanence. Silver for ritual. Platinum for legacy. Here's what each material really means.

Before humans built cities or wrote language, we were already wearing symbols. Jewellery is the oldest form of human communication — and the materials we choose are not random. They are reflections of our inner world.

Zinc alloy jewellery makes bold style affordable, but its reactivity and nickel content can lead to tarnish and skin irritation. This scholarly guide explains the science behind zinc alloy, how plating and nickel exposure work, and why hypoallergenic metals like 925 sterling silver, stainless steel, and 14K/18K gold are safer long‑term choices. Explore how JewelHub’s TR system and DuoTone™ stainless steel collections offer transparent, skin‑friendly alternatives.

A practical, academically grounded guide that teaches you how to identify jewellery metals at home. Learn to distinguish stainless steel, zinc alloy, silver, copper, gold and iron using simple tests such as weight, hardness, magnetism, sound and surface clues.

Magnetism in stainless steel is one of the most misunderstood topics in jewellery. A magnetic bracelet doesn’t mean it’s fake — it simply reveals which alloy family it belongs to. This guide breaks down 316L, 304, 201 and 430, explains why magnetism varies, and shows you how to test stainless steel confidently.

Learn how to care for stainless steel jewellery, including Fortunalink™ Italian bracelets. Discover cleaning tips, hallmark insights, and why stainless steel is strong, affordable, and built to last.

Explore JewelHub’s complete guide to jewellery materials—from gold, platinum, and sterling silver to copper, resin, ceramic, and stainless steel. Learn how each metal, texture, and creative alternative shapes the look, feel, and meaning of modern jewellery. Whether you’re choosing a gift or building your personal collection, this glossary helps you align your choices with your values, skin sensitivity, and style.

Not sure which material to gift? From hallmarked gold for milestones to stainless steel for daily wear, sterling silver for birthdays, and resin for creative souls — this guide matches every jewellery material to the moment it was made for.

What does a hallmark really mean? In this post, we explore how UK hallmarking guarantees the authenticity of your 14K and 18K gold jewellery, why it's trusted worldwide, and how you can request certification directly from the Assay Office. Complete with visual examples and price guidance.