Our Materials

Our Materials

At Shani Jacobi, every piece of jewelry is designed with attention to detail, style, and everyday wearability. We work with a carefully selected range of materials, including sterling silver 925, 14K gold plating, silver plating, freshwater pearls, crystal pearls, cubic zirconia, natural gemstones, and Miyuki beads.

Each material is chosen according to the design, look, feel, and function of the piece, allowing us to create jewelry that feels beautiful, comfortable, and easy to wear every day.

Our Metals

Nice Earrings Set - 925 Sterling Silver featuring delicate hoops and chain earrings with freshwater pearls.

Sterling Silver 925

Sterling silver 925 is a high-quality silver alloy made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% additional metals, which help strengthen the material and improve its durability.

This combination allows you to enjoy the natural shine and classic beauty of real silver, while making the jewelry more suitable for everyday wear.

Sterling silver is one of the most loved materials in jewelry thanks to its timeless look, quality feel, and versatility. Our sterling silver 925 pieces are marked with a 925 stamp, indicating the composition and authenticity of the material.

Tennis Bracelet Set showcasing a classic tennis bracelet and Kris bracelet worn together for stylish elegance.

14K Gold Plating

Our 14K gold-plated jewelry is made using advanced plating techniques, depending on the type of piece and the base material used.

Some of our pieces are plated with a layer of 14K gold over brass, giving them a rich, shiny gold finish while keeping them lightweight and comfortable for daily wear.

Other pieces are plated with 14K gold over sterling silver 925, combining the quality and durability of real silver with the warm, luxurious tone of gold plating.

After plating, our jewelry is finished with an additional protective coating that helps preserve its shine and color over time. With proper care, 14K gold-plated jewelry can keep its beautiful appearance for a long time.

Our plating is nickel-free and suitable for sensitive skin.

To help maintain the finish, we recommend avoiding prolonged contact with water, perfume, lotions, and cleaning products.

Model wearing a Pearl Butterfly Necklace and layered pearl chain on a white top.

Silver Plating

Our silver-plated jewelry is made with a brass base and coated with a thick layer of silver, giving each piece the bright, polished look of silver jewelry.

Each item is also finished with a protective coating that helps reduce tarnishing and maintain shine over time. With proper care, silver-plated jewelry is designed to keep its beautiful look while feeling lightweight, elegant, and comfortable to wear.

Our plating is nickel-free and suitable for sensitive skin.

To preserve the finish, avoid prolonged contact with water, perfume, lotions, and cleaning products.

Crystals & Gemstones

Burgundy Necklace made with rich carnelian stones, designed for a chic choker-style look.

Carnelian

Carnelian is a natural gemstone from the quartz family, known for its warm shades of orange, reddish-orange, and amber-brown.

Its rich, vibrant color gives jewelry a special presence and adds a warm, natural touch to any look. Carnelian is perfect for designs that call for depth, color, and personality.

Because carnelian is a natural stone, slight variations in color, transparency, and texture may appear from one piece to another. These differences are part of the stone’s natural beauty and make each jewelry piece unique.

Aventurine

Aventurine is a natural gemstone from the quartz family, best known for its soft green tones and, in some stones, a subtle natural shimmer.

The color of aventurine can vary slightly from stone to stone, ranging from light green to deeper green shades. Its soft, natural look makes it a beautiful choice for delicate jewelry, adding a calm, elegant, and earthy touch.

In the world of gemstones, aventurine is often associated with balance, renewal, and positive energy.

Because aventurine is a natural stone, slight differences in color, transparency, and texture may appear from one piece to another. These natural variations are part of its beauty and make each piece slightly unique.

Maayan Hand Chain Bracelet worn on a hand with rings and delicate bracelets, showcasing its chic design and sparkle.

Cubic Zirconia

Cubic zirconia is a synthetic gemstone known for its brilliant shine, clean look, and elegant sparkle. It is often used as an accessible and durable alternative to diamonds.

Cubic zirconia works beautifully with gold-plated, silver-plated, and sterling silver 925 jewelry, adding a delicate and precise point of light to each design.

We use cubic zirconia because it offers the perfect balance of beauty, durability, and accessibility. It allows us to create elegant, sparkling jewelry that can be worn every day or styled for more special moments.

Our Pearls

Close-up of a woman wearing a Nice Earring set featuring hoops and chains for a stylish layered look.

Freshwater Pearls

Freshwater pearls are natural cultured pearls, carefully selected and incorporated into our jewelry in different shapes, sizes, and tones.

The beauty of freshwater pearls lies in their natural variation. Each pearl is unique, with slight differences in shape, size, texture, and shine. These natural differences give every piece a personal, one-of-a-kind feel.

Since freshwater pearls are natural, slight variations may appear from one pearl to another, and the pearl in your jewelry may look slightly different from the product photo. These differences are not flaws. They are part of the beauty, character, and uniqueness of freshwater pearl jewelry.

Freshwater pearls are perfect for anyone who loves delicate, classic, romantic jewelry with a natural and authentic look.

Lee Necklace featuring a single round freshwater pearl worn with rings and layered chains.

Crystal Pearls

Crystal pearls are made with a high-quality crystal core, coated with a pearl-like finish that gives them a smooth, elegant, and luminous appearance.

Unlike freshwater pearls, which naturally vary in shape, size, and shine, crystal pearls have a more uniform and precise look. Their consistency in shape, color, and size allows us to create jewelry with a clean, balanced, and polished finish.

Crystal pearls add a classic and delicate touch to jewelry and work beautifully in both everyday pieces and more elevated styles. They are a beautiful, accessible, and refined alternative to the look of natural pearls.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Materials

Sterling silver 925 is a high-quality silver alloy made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% additional metals. This combination gives the jewelry the natural shine and beauty of real silver, while making it stronger and more durable for everyday wear.

Our sterling silver 925 pieces are marked with a 925 stamp, which indicates the composition and authenticity of the material.

Sterling silver 925 is a solid silver alloy made of 92.5% pure silver, while silver-plated jewelry is made with a base metal, usually brass, and coated with an outer layer of silver.

Sterling silver 925 is considered a more premium and durable material, while silver plating allows you to enjoy the bright, polished look of silver at a more accessible price point.

Gold plating over brass gives the jewelry a beautiful gold finish while keeping the piece lightweight and more accessible.

Gold plating over sterling silver 925 combines the quality of a real silver base with the warm, luxurious look of 14K gold plating. This makes it a more premium option while still offering the golden look you love.

No. Freshwater pearls are natural cultured pearls, which means each pearl may vary slightly in shape, size, color, and shine.

These natural differences are part of their beauty and uniqueness, giving each piece of jewelry its own one-of-a-kind character.

Freshwater pearls are natural cultured pearls, which means they may vary slightly from one another in shape, size, color, and shine.

Crystal pearls are made with a crystal core coated in a pearl-like finish, giving them a more uniform, symmetrical, and polished appearance.

Some of the gemstones we use are natural stones, such as carnelian and aventurine.

Because they are natural gemstones, slight variations in color, transparency, and texture may appear from one stone to another. These differences are part of their natural beauty and make each piece feel unique.

Cubic zirconia is a synthetic gemstone known for its clean, brilliant, and sparkling appearance. It is commonly used as an accessible alternative to diamonds.

It adds shine, elegance, and a delicate point of light to the jewelry.

To help preserve the finish of your gold-plated or silver-plated jewelry, we recommend avoiding contact with water, perfume, lotions, cleaning products, seawater, and chlorine.

Remove your jewelry before showering, sleeping, exercising, or swimming, and store each piece separately in a dry place, away from other jewelry.