What is "sterling silver"? Sterling silver is an industry-specified term that spells out the exact amount of silver in the jewelry. If an item is specified as "sterling silver" it contains 92.5% pure silver, combined with copper or another metal for strength. Both our silver wire and our silver beads are sterling silver. The opposite of "silver plated" or "electroplated", sterling silver incorporates the silver throughout - so it will not peel off. By nature, sterling will tarnish if not cared for, so be sure to wash your rings as you wash your hands with a non-abrasive hand soap. If your sterling rings tarnish, use a cloth or paper-based jewelry cleaning rag to rub off the tarnish and restore the shine. We recommend Connoisseurs Jewelry Wipes which can be found on our Jewelry Cleaning Products page. Liquid jewelry cleaners can also be used, but should be used with caution as they can sometimes dull the luster of the natural stone bead - if you prefer a liquid dip cleaner, we recommend Connoisseurs Revitalizing Cleaner for Delicates. What do you mean by "gold-filled"? "14/20 gold filled" is an industry-specified term that spells out the exact amount of gold contained in the jewelry. If an item is specified as "14/20 gold filled" it contains a gold alloy that is 14K gold and constitutes 1/20th of the weight of the metal and is properly used in fine jewelry. Both our gold filled wire and our gold filled beads are 14/20 gold filled. The opposite of "gold plated" or "electroplated", gold filled incorporates the gold throughout - so it will not peel off or make a green ring around your finger. To keep your gold filled rings clean and polished, just wash your rings as you wash your hands with a non-abrasive hand soap. If your gold filled rings become dull or tarnish, use a cloth or paper-based jewelry cleaning rag to rub off the tarnish and restore the shine. We recommend Connoisseurs Jewelry Wipes which can be found on our Jewelry Cleaning Products page. Liquid jewelry cleaners can also be used, but should be used with caution as they can sometimes dull the luster of the natural stone bead - we recommend Connoisseurs Revitalizing Cleaner for Delicates. I am in the military and oversees. How do I get free shipping on jewelry items to my military APO address? During the checkout process, select "USA" in the Country field as your shipping address. Your billing address will need to match your credit card information or, if using PayPal, it will need to match your PayPal billing information. All information is kept confidential and private - no third parties will know your location or your personal information. See our Privacy Policy, and please email us if you have questions at customerservice@cheapgiftsstore.com. How long does it take to receive my order? Most orders are shipped out the next day. Jewelry and Crosses are shipped by First-Class Mail; liquid jewelry cleaner is shipped by Parcel Post due to restrictions on shipping liquids (shipment by air would cause liquids to freeze and burst). Depending on your zip code, Parcel Post usually takes 3 to 6 days for delivery. Occasionally we may run low on an item and have to place your order on backorder - usually backorders are shipped out within 1 week of the original order date. We will notify you of the expected shipping date, and email you again when we ship your order. Orders are always shipped as quickly as possible so you can start enjoying your new jewelry, jewelry cleaner or Cross right away! Why do I have to pay shipping on my jewelry cleaner order? Due to postal shipping cost increases (Spring 2007), we have been forced to add shipping costs to jewelry cleaner orders as they are heavier and cost more to ship. We have decreased our price on these items (so we make less money) to alleviate these charges. We are still able to ship other items at no charge to you as they weigh less and cost less to ship. We hope you will take advantage of our free shipping on jewelry items! We Offer The Best Selection Of Gift Jewelry Online Shopping Discount Welcome to CheapGiftsStore.com. You will notice that we have a very extensive line of discount jewelry ring products and gem jewelry online stone items. If you have been looking for discount necklace items online or an online pendant store, you will find we have what you need. We offer a variety of discount jewelry set products, bead jewelry necklace pendants, connoisseur jewelry cleaner, bead bracelet gem stone items, and so much more! 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