Care Guide

Caring For Your Onyx Odyssey Pieces

Your Onyx Odyssey jewelry is built to be worn — not kept in a drawer. Like any great adventure, your piece is meant to evolve with you. Over time sterling silver naturally develops character, and that's not a flaw — it's part of the story.

That said, a little care goes a long way in keeping your piece looking its best for years to come.

Wear It

Seriously — the best thing you can do for your jewelry is wear it. Sterling silver actually benefits from regular wear as the natural oils in your skin help maintain its finish. Don't save it for special occasions.

Cleaning Your Piece

When your jewelry needs a refresh, keep it simple. A soft cloth gently buffed over the surface is all you need for everyday maintenance. For a deeper clean, mild soap and warm water with a soft bristle brush works perfectly — just rinse thoroughly and pat dry.

One thing to keep in mind: if you use a commercial jewelry cleaner or silver dip, use it sparingly and with care. These products are designed to remove oxidation which means they can strip away the intentional dark patina finish that gives each piece its depth and character. A little goes a long way — when in doubt, stick to soap and water.

Water & Chemicals

Sterling silver is built to handle real life. Perfume, lotion, and the occasional swim aren't going to ruin your piece — just rinse it with fresh water when you can and dry it off. The only things worth being mindful of are prolonged exposure to chlorine or saltwater and harsh cleaning chemicals, but even then your piece will be just fine with a quick rinse afterward.

Put your jewelry on last when getting ready and take it off first when you're done — that's really all there is to it.

Sweat & Activity

Your pieces are made for adventure so don't let sweat stop you. Occasional exposure to sweat is completely fine. If you're particularly active just give your piece a quick rinse with fresh water afterward and dry it thoroughly.

Storage

When you're not wearing your piece, store it somewhere dry and away from direct sunlight. A small pouch or jewelry box works perfectly. Keeping pieces separated prevents scratching — sterling silver can scratch against other metals or hard surfaces over time.

If you notice your piece starting to tarnish, that's completely normal for sterling silver and easy to address with a gentle polish using a soft cloth.

Tarnish & Patina — Embrace The Change

Sterling silver tarnishes naturally over time and that's okay. In fact for Onyx Odyssey pieces it often enhances the aged artifact aesthetic we love. A light buff with a polishing cloth will bring the brightness back to the high points while leaving the intentional dark patina in the recessed areas intact — just avoid anything abrasive that could scratch the surface.

Your piece is meant to age with you. A few scratches and a little patina development aren't damage — they're proof that you actually lived in it.