Taking care of your African Urchin
We are all breakable. We will all disintegrate into the world. As robust as we are,
we are fragile. Your urchin is no different: the shell is, by design, strong and
durable.
Yet, again by design, it is perishable, its lifespan simply a cycle. Once
an African Urchin is yours, it is utterly in your care. Like us, it is more likely
to look good, if you understand its’ strengths and weaknesses, apply a little common
sense, and practice care-
By creating this jewel we mark time for the sake of beauty – the lifespan of your
African Urchin is up to you.
Cleaning your African Urchin
A miracle of nature, sea urchin shells are remarkable for their sensational textured
pattern and sculptural silhouette. This is their magic, and it requires meticulous
craftsmanship to achieve a plating of precious metal thin enough to retain the exquisite
definition of the shell.
All shells can be gently polished with a soft
non-
As the silver urchins are oxidised to create an antique finish, it is not necessary
to clean them. However, as a natural process, silver continues to oxidise, and should
you desire to shine up your silver African Urchin as it naturally darkens over time,
a gentle polish or mild
clean will do the trick.
Cleaning your African Urchin by giving it a gentle wash is simple, and suitable for all metal types.
Mix a mild solution of any mild kitchen dishwashing detergent [e.g. Sunlight Soap
(SA), Joy (US), Fairy Liquid (UK)] with lukewarm water. Use a soft-
and to get into the nooks and crannies
of stone settings. Once clean, rinse under a stream of tap water, and then softly
dry your African Urchin with a clean,
lint-
Good rituals to preserve your
African Urchin
When you’re not wearing your African Urchin safe keep it by storing it in its protective tin.
It’s a good idea to take off your African Urchin when you’re bathing, showering or washing the dishes – over time detergents and bath products will leave a dull film on your jewellery.
Apply make-
