Materials Guide: 925 Silver, Vermeil and Artisanal Craftsmanship

For a high-end piece of jewelry, the choice of metal guarantees a lasting investment. At Charlotte Champagne , we work exclusively with certified metals and time-honored techniques to ensure exceptional longevity for every ring. Discover the secrets behind the creation of our designer jewelry.

1. The Nobility of Metals: 925 Silver and Vermeil

The quality of a piece of jewelry begins with its composition. We have chosen excellence by using only fine materials, guaranteeing brilliance and skin tolerance.

925 Silver

Sterling silver (925) is the gold standard in fine jewelry, composed of 92.5% pure silver. It is a living, durable, and hypoallergenic metal. Ideal for a designer ring intended for everyday wear, it develops a patina over time, becoming a unique piece that reflects your personal story.

Vermeil: The Excellence of Gold over Silver

Often confused with classic gold plating, vermeil is a strictly regulated term. It refers to sterling silver coated with a layer of 18-karat gold at least 5 microns thick. It is the choice of excellence for those seeking the radiant brilliance of gold combined with the elegance of silver, offering lasting durability.

2. Expertise: Lost-Wax Casting

All our poison rings are handcrafted in Brussels . We use the ancient lost-wax casting technique.

This method involves sculpting an original model in wax before casting it in precious metal. It allows for surgical precision in the details of the mechanism and the hinge, thus ensuring the spiritual and physical security of the secret compartment within our rings.

3. Maintenance and Longevity of your Jewelry

A piece of jewelry in sterling silver or vermeil is a future heirloom. To preserve the patina and shine of your ring, we recommend regular cleaning with a special polishing cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to corrosive agents such as chlorine or direct perfumes to protect the integrity of the metal and the secret mechanism.