Silver & Gold Plated Jewellery Care Guide

Your Silver-plated or Gold Plated Jewellery from Cotswold Jewellery features a fine layer of sterling silver over a base metal, offering the same beautiful lustre as solid silver with a little extra care.

To protect the plating and preserve intricate details, store your jewellery in an anti-tarnish pouch or Jewellery Box, keeping it dry and away from perfumes, lotions, and hairsprays which can wear the plating over time.

Always remove silver-plated pieces before bathing, swimming, exercising, or cleaning, as moisture and chemicals will accelerate wear. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing; avoid polishing cloths with abrasives or chemical cleaners, as these can remove the silver layer.

Unlike solid silver, plating is more delicate and will naturally wear with frequent use, particularly on high-contact areas like bracelet clasps or ring bands. With mindful wearing and gentle cleaning, your silver-plated jewellery will maintain its charm and elegance for many years.

Jewellery Size Guide

Finding the right jewellery size ensures your pieces look and feel perfect. Use the guides below to help you choose the correct necklace length, bracelet size, and ring size.

Necklace Length Guide

Different necklace lengths sit at different points on the body, which can completely change the overall look of a piece. Use the guide below to find the style that suits you best.

14" / 35 cm — Collar Tight around the base of the neck.

16" / 40 cm — Choker Sits just above the collarbone.

18" / 45 cm — STANDARD  most popular length

20" / 50 cm — Short Matinee Falls just below the collarbone.

22–24" / 55–60 cm — Matinee Sits around the upper chest.

30" / 76 cm — Opera Falls around mid-chest.

36"+ / 91+ cm — Rope Long chain ideal for layering.

💡 Tip: Necklace lengths may appear slightly different depending on neck size and body shape.

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Women’s Bracelet Sizes

Bracelets should feel comfortable on your wrist while allowing a little movement. The following sizes are typical bracelet lengths.

6.5" / 16.5 cm — Small Snug fit for small wrists.

7" / 18 cm — Medium  Close fit with slight movement.

7.5" / 19 cm — STANDARD Most common women’s size.

8" / 20 cm — Large Relaxed fit for larger wrists.

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Men’s Bracelet Sizes

7" / 18 cm — Small Snug fit for smaller wrists.

7.5" / 19 cm — Medium Comfortable for slimmer wrists.

8" / 20 cm — Standard Most common men’s bracelet size.

8.5" / 21.5 cm — Large Looser fit with movement.

9" / 23 cm — Extra Large Suitable for larger wrists.

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Ring Size Guide

Ring sizes can vary depending on finger shape and ring width. Use the guide below to estimate your size.

Ring Size Guide (UK)

J — 15.6 mm diameter
L — 16.5 mm diameter
N — 17.3 mm diameter
P — 18.1 mm diameter
R — 19.0 mm diameter
T — 19.8 mm diameter
V — 20.6 mm diameter

💡 Wider rings may feel tighter, so you may want to size up slightly.

How to Measure Your Jewellery Size

Measuring Necklace Length

Use a piece of string or measuring tape around your neck and adjust it until it sits where you would like the necklace to fall. Measure the length of the string to find your ideal size.

Measuring Bracelet Size

Wrap a flexible measuring tape around your wrist just below the wrist bone.

Keep the tape snug but not tight.

Add 1–2 cm (0.4–0.8 inches) depending on how loose you want the bracelet to fit.

Measuring Ring Size

Wrap a thin strip of paper around the base of your finger.

Mark where the paper overlaps.

Measure the length and compare it to a ring size chart.

💡 Fingers can change size depending on temperature, so measure when your hands are at a normal temperature.

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⭐ Helpful Tip

If you're unsure which size to choose, selecting a slightly longer chain or bracelet often provides a more comfortable fit.