Which material looks exactly like sterling silver but is much tougher?

While stainless steel might be more famous for making kitchen utensils, it’s been a rising star in the luxury jewelry market for a while. Long used for dog tags and pendants, it’s now sought-after for higher-end pieces, including wedding rings, thanks to being super-tough and having a bright silvery finish.

Often mistaken for sterling silver, stainless steel has a high lustre when polished and is extremely hard-wearing. Perfect for daily use, it also has a passive film of chromium oxide that remains on the surface and prevents rust formation, staining and discolouration.

Its strength and reliability are made even more appealing considering the affordability of the material. Better yet, stainless steel jewelry is hypoallergic which means it much less likely to provoke allergic reactions.

When choosing a manufacturer, you want a jewelry maker who will produce smooth stainless-steel pieces with no points or burrs on the surface.

At Caboli Jewelry Co we frequently work with stainless steel to produce stunning jewelry for a wide range of clients.

Find out more about our stainless-steel pieces.