Is James Avery real sterling silver?

Is James Avery real sterling silver?

The precious metal alloys used in the making of James Avery jewelry consist of sterling silver, 10K, 14K, and 18K yellow gold, white gold, stainless steel, copper, bronze, and titanium.

What does 925 mean on James Avery jewelry?

sterling Our sterling is stamped with the number “925” and the word “sterling.” The jewelry we made before 2004 was stamped “sterling”. The “925” is the international standard for sterling and means that the jewelry has at least a 92.5% fine silver content.

Why does James Avery jewelry turn black?

Oxidation. Due to the natural variations of hand finished products, the degree of oxidation and resulting darkness will vary from piece to piece. Reasonable variations are to be expected and contribute to the uniqueness and hand finished quality of each piece of oxidized James Avery jewelry.

Does James Avery buy back?

After 365 days, or without proof of purchase, items in our current line that are in new condition are eligible for exchange or a James Avery gift card only.

Does sterling silver turn green?

925 Sterling silver CAN turn your finger green (or black). It is definitely LESS common than with costume jewelry but still very possible. There is no way to know until you wear it and it can change over time. A piece that never did can one day start to.

Does James Avery fix broken charms?

Complimentary First Time Soldering Of Our Charms First time solders of our charms are complimentary. To have a James Avery charm moved or re-soldered, there is a $5.00 charge for each sterling solder and a $10.00 charge for each 14K solder.

Can you shower in James Avery jewelry?

To keep your jewelry looking its best, we recommend that you remove it when swimming or bathing. Always avoid exposing your James Avery designs to chlorinated water or harsh chemicals.

Where are the James Avery jewelry factories located?

• James Avery Artisan Jewelry. The company has five manufacturing plants in Hondo, Fredericksburg, Kerrville, and two in Comfort, Texas. The James Avery jewelry collection carries 1,100 designs and 14,000 pieces made in sterling silver, 14-, 18-karat yellow and white gold, and gemstones.

How many James Avery stores are there in Texas?

• James Avery Artisan Jewelry is a vertically integrated, family owned company still located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are a multi-channel retailer with 83 James Avery stores in five states. Our jewelry is also available in more than 215 Dillard’s stores in Texas and in 28 additional states; and nationwide through JamesAvery.com.

How big is a James Avery heart ring?

• James Avery Sterling Silver Vintage Heart Ring Size 9 with Box! James Avery Small Heart and Flower ring. Size 3 James Avery Retired Open Heart with Flower Sterling Silver Ring Size 5 with Box! James Avery Jewelry Extra Large Ichthus Fish Pendan and/or Rope Chain. SALE 50 charm pairs. 100 total charms.

Who was the first employee of James Avery?

• Just a few years later in 1957, he mailed his first Christian jewelry catalog. It was 16 pages and featured 39 personally designed and handmade items. This was the year he hired his first employee, Fred Garcia. The company grew and was incorporated to James Avery Craftsman, Inc. in 1965.