Jewelry FAQ

Where is Misty Comet Jewelry made?

As of 2025, Misty Comet has moved our jewelry production to Seattle, USA !

As always, our pieces are designed in-house (literally, in our in-home art studio) by a husband and wife team.

Our jewelry is then meticulously produced by a small talented team of local artisans.

Previously, our production was done through an ethical manufacturer in Bangkok, Thailand.

What materials does Misty Comet use?

We care deeply about our customers and our planet at Misty Comet, so we are passionate about using sustainable high end hypoallergenic materials.

We use both traditional 925 Sterling Silver (92.5% Silver) and our custom formulated tarnish resistant 950 Sterling Silver (95% Silver) as the base for our pieces.

Our plated pieces use 18k Gold or members of the platinum family like Ruthenium and Rhodium for their plating.

All of the metals we use are tested for purity, and contain no nickel or any harmful substances like lead, cadmium, arsenic, etc; that can be found in lower quality alloys.

What makes your tarnish resistant pieces resist tarnish?

Our tarnish resistant pieces come in 2 varieties: tarnish resistant sterling silver and plated sterling silver

Plated pieces are tarnish resistant by covering the traditional Sterling Silver in a tarnish resistant precious metal, like 18k Gold. Covering the Sterling Silver helps prevent it from oxidizing, which in turn helps to prevent tarnish.

Our tarnish resistant sterling pieces are made with a special custom Sterling Silver Alloy that contains Germanium, a member of the Platinum family of metals. Germanium bonds to the Silver and Copper in the alloy, which helps prevent oxidization. It also gives these pieces a brighter, platinum like appearance that does not rub away from wear or exposure to oils, acids etc as plating does.

Note: Not all pieces are made with 100% tarnish resistant materials. For instance, some of our chains are made from a combination of custom beads, charms etc that are cast in our tarnish resistant sterling, with the chain itself being traditional sterling. For these pieces you will need to care for the chain as traditional sterling to prevent tarnishing.

This will always be noted on product listings so you can know what to expect.

We also offer some pieces made entirely from traditional 925 Sterling Silver, for those who prefer the traditional silver color.

Are Misty Comet pieces nickel-free? Non-toxic?

Yes; we are happy to say all of our pieces are free of nickel. They are also free of lead, cadmium, and all other toxic substances commonly found in metal jewelry.

What is Gold Vermeil?

Gold Vermeil is the process of layering gold on top of silver, similar to gold plating that is done to non-precious metals. Gold Vermeil is thicker than normal gold plating, with the method requiring at least 2.5 microns of gold thickness; while plating can be as little as 0.1 micron. This leads Gold Vermeil to be more long-lasting and resilient than typical gold plating. Gold Vermeil is also a nickel-free plating method, vs regular gold plating which generally uses nickel in the plating process.

What efforts does Misty Comet make to be ethical & sustainable?

  • We follow our hearts instead of micro-trends. We aim to make unique pieces that can be treasured forever.
  • We offer limited releases to ensure there is no leftover "dead stock" - one of the biggest contributors to fashion pollution
  • We work with a local high end jeweler to make our pieces. We work closely with our jeweler. This ensures that our pieces will be high quality; something to cherish, not something that is cheaply made and is quickly discarded. It also means a smaller carbon footprint in shipping costs!
  • All of the workers making our pieces are given a living wage, healthcare, and work in a safe environment. Sadly this is not the standard for jewelry manufacturing, especially for fast fashion or lower cost pieces. We pride ourselves on making sure the people making our pieces are well taken care of for their hard work !
  • We use packaging made from sustainable materials that can be reused to safely store and travel with your Misty Comet pieces. This includes our jewelry bags that are made from 100% recycled plastic bottles !

How do I care for my Misty Comet jewelry?

All colorways of our Precious Metal Plated Sterling Silver pieces are tarnish resistant and easy to care for. Following the care instructions will increase the longevity of the plating and tarnish resistant properties. With proper care the plating can last many years!

Our Tarnish Resistant Sterling Silver pieces are also easy to care for as they are 7x more tarnish resistant than Traditional Sterling Silver. Following the care instructions will maintain the beautiful bright silver color, and maintain it's tarnish resistance over time.

Our Traditional Sterling Silver pieces take a bit more care to maintain than our tarnish resistant or plated pieces, however following the care instructions will help prevent tarnishing. If you neglect to follow the instructions and tarnishing occurs, your Traditional Sterling Silver pieces can always be cleaned to remove tarnish.

Care instructions :

  • Make sure to add your Misty Comet piece as the last step of your routine after any moisturizers, make up or perfumes. Let any creams, sprays etc fully settle into your hair or skin before adding your Misty Comet jewelry.
  • Be sure to remove the piece before showering or exercising. If your piece gets wet, make sure to dry gently but thoroughly as soon as possible.
  • Use a soft cloth* to polish and remove any residue before storing, especially if you are storing for a long period of time before wearing again.
  • Store away from air and humidity when not in use, such as in the 100% recycled vegan suede jewelry pouches we package our pieces in. Consider using a desiccant pack if you live in an especially humid environment.
  • Avoid exposure to any harsh chemicals, rubbing alcohol, etc.

*note: Be aware that cloths marketed as "silver cleaning cloths" contain a cleaning agent that can interact with other metals and degrade plating. Only use these cloths on traditional sterling silver. A regular plain microfiber cloth works great for any piece!

How can I keep up to date on Misty Comet's limited releases?

Follow us on our socials! We are most active on instagram, posting updates on current collections and previews of upcoming releases!

Shopping FAQ

Are you set up to take any Buy Now, Pay Later services?

Yes! We are set up to take Paypal Pay in 4 and Afterpay.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes! We are happy to say we ship internationally to 27 countries including Canada, Japan, and most of Europe!

Are there any discounts?

We have occasional promotional discounts posted on our social media. We also occasionally work with online creators who have exclusive limited codes for their followers.

We always offer free US shipping with purchase of $200 or more. This is automatically applied during check out, no code needed!

What is your return policy?

Misty Comet accepts returns in the rare case of a manufacturer's defect. If you receive your Misty Comet piece and believe there is a defect, please do not hesitate to email us at hello@mistycomet.net.

Please be aware that since our jewelry is hand crafted by our team of artisans there may be very slight differences from piece to piece. Slight differences are normal, and simply come from the process of hand making jewelry.

Returns for manufacturer's defect are valid for 30 days after delivery. Purchases made in November or December are able to be returned by January 31st of the following year.