Ginkgo Sterling Silver Pendant

Chain not included. Dimensions (pendant only): approximately 9 x 10.2mm **About Us** To achieve the highest quality, each of our creations undergoes meticulous inspection, refinement, and polishing. We never permit any porosity or imperfections. To ensure structural integrity, each piece is repeatedly hammered, lending our silver jewelry a unique luster and texture. Protective plating is highly likely to wear off with long-term wear, potentially affecting both the environment and the wearer, while also obscuring the natural sheen of the silver. For this reason, our pieces are not plated. We dedicate significantly more time to perfecting the details. Should you have the opportunity to own one of our creations, you will notice that it oxidizes considerably slower than most other silver items and possesses a distinct radiance. We hope you find a truly unique piece that speaks to you here. **The pendant and chain for this piece are ordered separately. Please confirm the chain length meets your needs. If you mistakenly order the wrong length, you will be responsible for the round-trip shipping costs for an exchange.** **About Silver Sulfidation** 925 sterling silver is prone to oxidizing, turning yellow or black when exposed to air – this is a natural reaction of silver jewelry. A gentle wipe with a silver polishing cloth will restore its original luster. However, in hard-to-reach areas like the crevices of a silver chain, the jewelry may appear slightly darker. Sulfidation is a technique where 925 sterling silver jewelry is intentionally oxidized to create an antique, vintage black patina, enhancing contrast and depth. This process is more uniform and aesthetically pleasing than natural air oxidation, and the crevices require no extra cleaning. Regular wear, with the friction from clothing, helps maintain the jewelry's shine.