{"id":14581,"date":"2024-05-14T19:56:42","date_gmt":"2024-05-14T19:56:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/?p=14581"},"modified":"2024-11-25T18:54:45","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T18:54:45","slug":"are-necklaces-really-waterproof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/are-necklaces-really-waterproof\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Necklaces Really Waterproof?"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto|1px|auto||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-43px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;28px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unfortunately, not all that glitters can swim\u2014your necklaces included. However, there are types of jewelry that can withstand minor <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">water exposure<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which is why we favor the term \u201cwater-resistant necklaces\u201d as opposed to \u201cwaterproof necklaces.\u201d While these expressions are often used interchangeably and <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">necklaces are typically advertised as <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">waterproof, all jewelry is subject to some degradation over time, making it\u00a0resistant\u2014but not proof\u2014to water. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While no necklace can claim to be <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">entirely<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> waterproof, with the right knowledge\u00a0and practices, you can safeguard your jewelry from those unavoidable run-ins with water. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#D6D6D6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-16px|auto||auto||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;13px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Factors Affecting Necklace Water Resistance<\/h2>\n<p>The water resistance of a necklace is largely dependent on a few factors: necklace metal type properties of gemstones in your necklace craftsmanship and material quality\u2014which is why we only source our jewelry from reputable designers.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#D6D6D6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-16px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Level of\u00a0Protection by Material<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Not all necklace metals and gemstones are created equal. Read on to find out just how water resistant certain jewelry metals and gemstones are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#D6D6D6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;45.9px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-15px||10px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;9px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Titanium<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/product-search?Search=titanium+necklaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Titanium necklaces<\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> are<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> exceptionally resistant to corrosion from saltwater and chlorine. They&#8217;re <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">also very lightweight<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">is makes titanium<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">\u00a0a practical<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> metal for necklaces<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">wi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">out <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">compromise<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">,<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> water en<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">u<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">iasts<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">ose who lead <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">active lifestyles<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"EOP SCXW211575557 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-11px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#D6D6D6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-21px|auto|-14px|auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||15px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Platinum<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Platinum is a remarkably durable necklace <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">option<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> due <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">in full to its high density<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">and non-reactive<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> properties<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">e substantial weight and streng<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> of<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">is metal <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">protects it <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">against damage <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">at might compromise <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">its <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">appearance or structural integrity.<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/necklaces?jewelry_refinement_material=Platinum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Platinum necklaces<\/a> have less of an edge over titanium necklaces because they are less resilient to saline environments.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> <\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW110059537 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-24px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\">If you <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\">prefer <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\">low-maintenance necklaces that are resistant to most water situations<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\">, t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\">itanium and platinum necklaces <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\">are ideal options<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242191688 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW242191688 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#D6D6D6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;15px|auto||auto||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;8px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;18px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Gold<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/necklaces?jewelry_refinement_material=Rose+Gold&amp;jewelry_refinement_material=Yellow+Gold&amp;jewelry_refinement_material=White+Gold&amp;jewelry_refinement_material=Rose+%26+White+Gold\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gold<\/a> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">is a very stable element; it<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> repels <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">oxidation <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">corrosion when<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> subjected <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">u<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">retaining<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">\u00a0its luster over time.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">Th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">e <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">purer<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">e gold, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">e <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">better it <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">resis<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">ts water. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">But<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">e purer it is, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">e softer <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">it<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">gets, making it more fragile<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">T<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">h<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">at\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\">why h<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW264139808 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRestV2 CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">igher-karat gold<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> is commonly alloyed wi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> o<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">er metals like copper or rhodium<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">, balancing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">b<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">ling<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">streng<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW264139808 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP CommentHighlightPipeRestV2 SCXW264139808 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; 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_builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-67px|auto||auto||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;104px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; min_height=&#8221;254px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-60px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;29px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Sterling Silver and Brass<\/h3>\n<p>Do not expect your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/necklaces?jewelry_refinement_material=Sterling+Silver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sterling silver necklaces<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to survive a dive or even a dip! Any necklace comprised of sterling silver should be kept far away from bodies of water. Exposure to chlorinated water not only leads to tarnishing but can also result in irreversible damage. Even water with little to no chemical content can dull the metal faster.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/necklaces?jewelry_refinement_material=Brass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Brass necklaces<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, like sterling silver, are more susceptible to deteriorating rapidly over time. When you wear brass jewelry, your skin acids and salts from sweat interact with the metal and accelerate the process uncontrollably. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/JVSSDogTagNecklace.jpg&#8221; 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global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-49px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|0px|17px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Gemstone<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/gemstone-necklaces?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw2a6wBhCVARIsABPeH1sTzdKw6tsFJ-u1cqKh3Bl77ZiBN3XOTM_08Bij_t2hBlV0FtvF4KUaAvXwEALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gemstone necklaces<\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">require<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> a little <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">extra TLC <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">and regular c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">heckup <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">even when <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">not in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">dir<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">o<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">n<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">tact wi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">\u00a0water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">T<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">h<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">e e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">lements in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">e sto<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">nes<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">can react wi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> water,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">changing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">eir<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> appearance or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">even causing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">damage. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">T<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">wo main attributes<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">\u00a0matter when it comes to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">e water resistance of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">gemstones: hardness<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">porosit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">y.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">Hardness, as measured on <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">e Mohs Scale, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">is like a gem\u2019s toughness<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">Stones<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">wi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> a higher rating\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">can handle water better <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">an<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> softer stones. Porosit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">y refers to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">e amount of liquid a stone can soak up<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">. Gemstones wi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">a lower <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">porosity <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">absorb water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> as easily<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">so <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">ey\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"> less likely to get <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">damage<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Diamonds are the hardest material on Earth. It\u2019s no wonder then that they\u2019re commonly chosen fo<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">r daily wear jewelry, lik<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">e engagement rings. Diamonds are composed of a single element: carb<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">on, whose <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">arrangement contributes to the diamond\u2019s brilliant quality. Diamonds earn a perfect 10 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness. They also lack the channels that allow water to penetrate and cause damage. This repertoire ensures your diamonds retain<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> their shine e<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ven if they do get wet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are other hard gemstones (&gt;5 on the Mohs Scale) that exhibit resilience to water. Quartz crystals, such as amethyst and citrine, are one such example. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Out of abundance of precaution, we advise you not to prolong water exposure to any gemstone below a hardness of 5 on the Mohs Scale. Pearls (level 2.5-3 level hardness) are particularly sensitive to water. Their composite is so porous that the stones will dull and eventually deteriorate if in extended contact with water. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Opals (level 5-6.5 hardness) are a unique case. Solid opal actually contains water, so immersing it in water does little harm. On the other hand, opals that have been layered\u2014either as doublets or triplets\u2014with additional materials will suffer water damage, which can manifest as cracking and\/or an altered, cloudy appearance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Mohs Scale, while useful, is not the sole determinant of a gemstone\u2019s water resistance. The material composite of these stones <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">varies, and the minerals may still incur damage from water despite their Mohs rating. A hard gemstone like Topaz (level 8 hardness) can break\u00a0from sudden temperature fluctuations. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peridot (level 6-7 hardness), the gem variant of the mineral Olivine, is susceptible to chemical weathering when exposed to moisture, dulling its sheen and ruining its integrity. Turquoise (level 5-6 hardness) is porous in nature and absorbs substances from the liquids it comes into contact with, leading to a number of defects. Water also removes the natural oils of turquoise, drying out the stone and leading to cracks. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW102616678 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-24px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#D6D6D6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-42px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;14px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Prevention and Aftercare<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Always take off your necklaces before you shower, swim, or exercise. Water and certain chemicals, e.g. chlorine, within can mess with the material, causing it to tarnish or change color. S<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">weat can speed up the tarnishing process for some materials too. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We recommend\u00a0storing your necklaces\u00a0in a dedicated,<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> dry<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/necklace-storage-101-preserving-the-beauty-of-your-treasured-pieces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> storage spot<\/a> while you enjoy the water. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your necklaces accidentally get wet,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> immediately dry them off thoroughly with a soft cloth;\u00a0this will help prevent any water spots or damage. \u00a0M<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">aterials like titanium and platinum will not show the wear and tear of these events like sterling silver and brass. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you notice any discoloration or changes in your jewelry, bring it to\u00a0our jewelers for proper <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/jewelry-repair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cleaning and restoration<\/a>. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is tempting to wear your favorite jewelry everywhere, but some fine jewelry is not meant for water. 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