Buyer Beware!
I was fairly happy with this necklace when I received it. I ordered a 16 inch, rose gold with extender at a cost of $62.99. It did not come with the certified metal tag or stamp, as described. I had reservations, and wish I had done a return immediately. If I could give zero stars, I would.<br />As another review stated, the discs are not flat. The edges are somewhat "rough". I wore my necklace 2 or 3 times before it tarnished and turned my neck green. I remove all my jewelry at bed time, clean it with a cloth, and stored in a proper case. I do not apply lotion or perfume where my jewelry is worn. I have other gold-filled pieces, and have not had this issue. I suspect that it is rose-gold plated, not gold-filled, and the rough edges allow the base metal to have skin contact, and any plating to become compromised/thinned.<br />I have cleaned and polished it every proper way, with no improvements.<br />Seller was responsive to messages. After discussions, I was offered a refund, minus shipping, after they received "the original item, in original packaging, brand new and unworn." I declined their return offer, as it would obviously not be in the conditions required to get a refund, and I would have nothing in the end.<br />Additionally, this company is advertised as a small business in Texas, and handmade. "Handmade in Texas, with love, just for you!" It is advertised on Amazon as supporting small businesses. This is not the case. Copied directly from their private message: "Our chain supplier is a very large USA company so it's definitely not a cheap material from oversea."<br />In desperation to have any chance at wearing it, I have used a clear polish on only the back of the discs to try to stop it from turning my skin green, this did not help. Perhaps I should have just had it dipped.<br />I have gold-plated jewelry that looks better and has lasted years.<br />I make jewelry, and this necklace will be melted and refined and hopefully become something wearable. Odds are not in my favor...
Rating: 1 stars