How to Care for Your Rhodium-Plated Sterling Silver Jewelry

Keep your OMARI pieces shining for years to come.

At OMARI, every piece is crafted to endure — blending timeless design with materials built for lasting brilliance. Our sterling silver jewelry is plated in rhodium, a precious metal from the platinum family known for its mirror-like shine and resistance to tarnish. With proper care, your jewelry will maintain its luminous finish and elegant durability for years to come.

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What Is Rhodium Plating — and Why It Matters

Rhodium is one of the world’s most valuable precious metals, prized for its exceptional luster, scratch resistance, and anti-tarnish properties. When applied over 925 sterling silver, it forms a protective barrier that enhances brightness while preventing oxidation — meaning your jewelry stays radiant with less maintenance.

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Everyday Care Tips

1. Keep It Clean

After wearing, gently wipe your jewelry with a soft, lint-free cloth to remove oils and residue. This simple habit prevents buildup that can dull the rhodium finish over time.

2. Avoid Harsh Chemicals

*Rhodium plating is durable but can be weakened by chemicals. Avoid exposure to:

    •    Perfume, hairspray, lotion

    •    Chlorine or salt water

    •    Household cleaners or polishing agents

Always apply fragrance or skincare before putting on your jewelry.

3. Store It Properly

When not in use, store your pieces in a soft jewelry pouch or lined box, ideally in separate compartments to avoid scratches. Keep them away from direct sunlight and humidity.

4. Gentle Cleaning Only

If deeper cleaning is needed, use mild soap and warm water with a soft brush, rinse, and dry with a microfiber cloth. Avoid silver dips or abrasive polishes — they can strip the rhodium layer.

5. Re-Plating for Longevity

Over years of wear, rhodium can naturally thin on high-contact areas (like rings). Professional rhodium re-plating restores the original shine and protection, making your piece look brand new again.

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OMARI Care Promise

Each OMARI creation is made to endure both time and trend. By caring for your rhodium-plated sterling silver jewelry with intention, you preserve not only its 

 

OMARI. THE FIRST AND LAST NAME IN JEWELRY

*BE AWARE! Salt water and chlorine water can expedite the wear of Rhodium, EVEN our specialized plating process which is 5x more than the industry standard. The rhodium is not essential for the allure of your piece but it does defiantly have a more mirror like finish than non plated silver so please be careful. Also silver is prone to tarnishing without is protective Rhodium plating. This can be solved with a few things such as a Mr Clean "magic eraser" or the natural oils from your skin will protect the silver with frequent use of the jewelry. IT STILL WONT TURN YOUR NECK GREEN however, even without the plating. NONE of the metal options will EVER turn your skin green!!!