All metals are remelted.
Grand feu enamel AXEP pieces are made one-by-one by hand, making each one a unique piece. Therefore the differences in color are part of the art work.
Gemstones AXEP pieces are made one-by-one by hand, making each one a unique piece. Therefore the differences in color are part of the art work.
Main AXEP packaging material is made using dead-stock paper.
/ Chemicals like perfume, vinegar, and lemon juice easily damage your Axep jewelry and should not come in contact with them.
/ Remove Axep jewelry before washing, cleaning or dry-cleaning your clothes.
/ Remove your Axep jewelry if you’re going to do any manual labor, including housework to prevent it from getting damaged.
/ Enamel can chip or crack if they’re knocked against a hard surface.
/ Harsh solvents used in cleaning can damage any kind of Axep jewelry and particularly silver.
/ Don’t wear Axep jewelry in swimming pools and spas – chlorinated water can react with the metals causing color changes and even structural damage.
/ Contact sports and Axep jewelry is a nogo – hard blows during sports can damage Axep jewelry not to mention the people involved.
/ Polish silver or vermeil with the jewelry polishing cloth for smooth surfaces. Do not use tissue or paper towels, they can cause scratches because of fibers in these products.
Each piece is accompanied by an AXEP polishing cloth.
/ Cleaning jewelry regularly can keep it looking good, but be careful. Rubbing alcohol can work wonders, but bleach can literally destroy jewelry so avoid it in any case.
/ You can use soap, warm water and a soft brush to dissolve any dirt. However, don’t do it too often and make sure the brush is very soft when used on metal, especially gold, which can be scratched relatively easily. Use a soft cloth to dry and buff your Axep jewelry once it’s cleaned.
/ Stay away from ultrasonic cleaners. This vibration shakes off dirt, but they can also cause serious damage.
/ Sometimes your Axep jewelry can tarnish when not worn. To maintain their luster, you can place silver anti-tarnish strips in your storage container to absorb the oxidants that discolor and tarnish your Axep jewelry.
/ Store in a dry and well ventilated space.
/ It is best to store your items separately from other jewelry.
/ Prevent pieces from moving around
/ While traveling keep your Axep jewelry preferably in the original box that came with the item.
/ Do not store your jewelry inside leather, this can tarnish gold and especially silver.
If it is necessary to get a piece repaired please bring or send it to us. If you send it to us for repair please write us at sales@axep.co.