Ara L. - May 24, 2020

Minimalist Jewellery - 6 Need to Knows

Jewellery craftsmanship and Goldsmithing can be traced back to the 4th and 3rd millennia BCE. Traditional, handcrafted techniques date as far back to the Egyptian era! Something even more interesting: did you know that, before the Egyptians, the first metal to be worked on was Copper?

Comparing then to modern-day - technologically infused - craftsmanship, the passion, beauty and integrity have remained the same. Today, we see beautiful representations of Jewellery through the lens of both Art and Fashion. We’ve been introduced to new varieties, including the Minimalist lines that speak beauty with so little.

Being the Jewellery lover you are, there are a few really important items to remember.

Maintaining an educated Jewellery loving community is important to us, so take a few minutes to read a few points about the modern Minimalist Jewellery you see everywhere these days.

Toughness - Minimalist Jewellery is made with much less than traditional Jewellery. This makes pieces much more prone to breaking.

Durability - simple wear and tear are far more noticeable than traditional Jewellery. Minimalist styles are meant to be noticed for a lot with so little and, by virtue, are less durable.

Mixed Metals - take notice of how Jewellers are crafting their metals. A lot of what you find out there is made up of mixed, non-precious metals? Look for the Minimalist pieces that are crafted fully in Sterling Silver, and then plated. Sterling Silver is a fantastic metal to work with, especially since it carries value!

Allergic Reactions - if your recently purchased Minimalist piece has officially changed colour, there is a good chance the piece is made with a mix of metals and then plated in Gold.
One key metal to look for is Nickel as there are some out there with an allergy to it. A&A Jewels Co. carries Nickel free Silver and only sells 925 Sterling Silver to avoid tarnishing.

Return on Investment - at the end of the day, we know both Gold and Silver is also an investment. If you can find better prices of Minimalist Jewellery crafted in Sterling Silver, make it your first pick, not last. Silver, a precious metal, will always carry more value than mixed metals.

Repairs - yes, even Jewellery needs repairing sometimes! Unfortunately, your favourite style of Minimalist Jewellery is the most prone to breaks. They are made up of fine, fragile pieces that, when broken, can cost more to repair than you actually paid for. Be delicate with how you’re wearing, using and storing the pieces to avoid costly visits to your trusted Goldsmith. 

One key metal to look for is Nickel as there are some out there with an allergy to it. A&A Jewels Co. carries Nickel free Silver and only sells 925 Sterling Silver to avoid tarnishing.

Return on Investment - both Gold and Silver is seen an investment. If you can find better prices of Minimalist Jewellery crafted in Sterling Silver, make it your first pick, not last. Silver, a precious metal, will always carry more value than mixed, non-precious metals.

Repairs -  Unfortunately, Minimalist Jewellery is the most prone to breaks. They are made up of fine, fragile pieces that, when broken, can cost more to repair than you actually paid for. Be delicate with how you’re wearing the Jewellery, how you're using and storing the pieces to avoid costly visits to your trusted Goldsmith. 

You'll find future Articles discussing Minimalist Jewellery soon! For now, we really wanted to provide you with a quick reference guide to help you decide correctly!

Need some more assistance? Just ask A&A Jewels Co. for help. We’re available through Video Conferencing, such as: Skype, Google, and others. Our goal is to provide you with both high-quality Jewellery - crafted with integrity - while providing you with the right information to make the right decision. Simply visit our website’s contact us page by visiting www.aajewelsco.com.