Our jewelry is crafted from 14-karat gold: an alloy made of 58.5% pure gold, strengthened with copper, silver and zinc. This composition offers the ideal balance of durability, shine and luxury. Gold is naturally a highly sustainable material: it lasts a lifetime and can be endlessly recycled without losing its quality. At narrae, we consciously choose recycled gold to minimize our impact on the planet. All of our gold jewelry is hallmarked and certified by Waarborg Holland, carrying both the official 585 stamp and our own responsibility mark.

To preserve the beauty of your gold jewelry, we recommend:

- Avoiding contact with aggressive cleaning agents, acids and perfumes.
- Preventing hard impacts, drops or excessive pressure on delicate parts (such as links or clasps).
- Gently cleaning your jewelry with a soft cloth, only when needed.

Although 14-karat gold is stronger than pure gold, it remains a precious metal and can still be sensitive to deformation or breakage if handled carelessly.

At narrae, we work exclusively with natural gemstones, carefully selected for their beauty, quality and origin. Each stone is hand-cut and set by our trusted partner in India: an RJC-certified family atelier dedicated to ethical and sustainable craftsmanship. For sourcing, they collaborate only with reliable partners who respect both people and nature. Because we work with natural materials, every gemstone is unique. Subtle variations in color, inclusions or structure are a sign of authenticity and add distinctive character to each piece.

Every gemstone requires its own specific care. We recommend wearing gemstone jewelry mindfully and storing pieces separately. See the care tips per stone below for detailed guidance.

Amethyst is a relatively strong gemstone, with a hardness of 7 Mohs, but still requires care. Amethyst remains sensitive to impact, heat and prolonged sunlight.

- Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth, only when needed.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, ultrasonic cleaning and extreme temperature changes.
- Store separately to prevent scratches.

With a hardness of 7.5–8, aquamarine is fairly strong but can be vulnerable due to its internal structure. It is sensitive to impacts, pressure and heat.

- Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth, only when needed.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, ultrasonic cleaning and extreme temperature changes.
- Store separately to prevent scratches.

Citrine is a relatively hard gemstone with a hardness of 7. However, prolonged exposure to bright sunlight or heat can fade its color. It is also sensitive to impacts or pressure.

- Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth, only when needed.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, ultrasonic cleaning and extreme temperature changes.
- Store separately to prevent scratches.

A beautiful yet delicate gemstone (hardness 5–6), Ethiopian opal is hydrophane, meaning it absorbs water and is highly sensitive to moisture, sunlight and impacts.

- Only clean when needed with a soft dry cloth.
- Avoid water, cleaning agents, perfume, sunlight and heat.
- Store separately in a dry shaded place.

If exposed to water, let it dry slowly at room temperature. Its colors usually return once moisture has evaporated.

Garnet is a relatively strong gemstone with a hardness of 7 to 7.5 Mohs. However, it can be sensitive to hard impacts or abrupt temperature changes.

- Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth, only when needed.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, ultrasonic cleaning and extreme temperature changes.
- Store separately to prevent scratches.

With a hardness of 6–6.5, moonstone is delicate and prone to scratches, impacts and sudden temperature changes.

- Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth, only when needed.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, ultrasonic cleaning and extreme temperature changes.
- Store separately to prevent scratches.

Obsidian is a natural volcanic glass stone, with a hardness of 5 to 6 Mohs. Its glassy structure makes it susceptible to scratching, cracking or breaking when dropped or subjected to heavy impacts.

- Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth, only when needed.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, ultrasonic cleaning and temperature shocks.
- Store separately to protect its surface.

Peridot, with a hardness of 6.5–7, is sensitive to scratches, impacts, temperature changes and prolonged sunlight, which may affect its color.

- Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, ultrasonic cleaning and rapid temperature changes.
- Store separately to protect its brilliance.