T9M GLOSSARY

General Information

FRIENDS & FAMILY CARD

The9thMuse Friends & Family Card is our token of gratitude to our most loyal patrons. Please see our Policies for more information.

GUNMETAL/HEMATITE

An iron oxide mineral, hematite jewelry has been popular since the 18th century.

MY MUSE

A way for registered users to save favorite items. By clicking on the black icon, you can log in and create a wishlist of pieces you'd like to see again.

PLATE

A finishing cover made by depositing metals upon a surface.

RETURNS & EXCHANGE

Please see our Policies for information on returning or exchanging items.

SHOP FAIR

A term used to designate items and designers which have been selected for their fairtrade consciousness and involvement with charity work.

STERLING SILVER

An alloy of mainly silver and small amounts of other metals such as copper, sterling silver is durable and resistant to tarnish.

VERMEIL

A base of sterling silver plated with gold of 10 carats or more and at least 2.5 micrometers thick.