What does 925 Ale mean on Pandora?

August 5, 2011 at 9:35 AM · Pssst! Did you notice the 925 and the ALE mark on your PANDORA silver jewellery? The letters ALE are the initials of the father of PANDORA's founder. 925 is the hallmark for sterling silver, but will on our new products change to S925 in order to follow international standards.

What is Ale Pandora?

A maker's mark is a US term for a stamp indicating the origin of jewellery. The standard maker's mark on Pandora jewellery is “ALE”, which stands for Algot Enevoldsen, the father of Pandora founder, Per Enevoldsen. You will always see “ALE” stamped on our jewellery, except on some of our smallest pieces.

Why do Pandora charms have ale on them?

1) All genuine Pandora items are hallmarked

Charms made before 2011 will have the '925 ALE' stamp and those made after 2011 will have the 'S925 ALE'; consequently, if you see a charm that was retired before 2011, such as the Pandora Mushroom charm, stamped with 'S925 ALE', you'll know that it's fake.

How can you tell real Pandora?

Is Pandora real silver 925?

Sterling Silver is an Alloy of silver containing 92.5% by weight of silver and 7.5% by weight of other metals. the sterling silver standard has a minimum millesimal fineness of 925 and is hallmarked with 925 to represent this. All Pandora silver jewelry is produced in 925 sterling silver.

How To Check The Authenticity Of Your Pandora Charms Jewelry?| #prettitingz | pearlina1925.com

What is S925 Ale sterling silver?

Did you notice the 925 and the ALE mark on your PANDORA silver jewellery? The letters ALE are the initials of the father of PANDORA's founder. 925 is the hallmark for sterling silver, but will on our new products change to S925 in order to follow international standards.

Where is the ale mark on Pandora bracelet?

The ALE marking

All Pandora charms and and accessories will have this ALE hallmark engraved on the piece, usually close to where the sterling silver or gold mark is. If the piece does not have this mark, then for sure it is not a genuine Pandora piece.

What does ale met mean?

The back of the clasp is polished and shiny, adorned only by the new Rose hallmark – ALE MET – which replaces the original ALE R. The 'met' stands for 'metal'. Unlike the silver counterpart pictured above, neither the Rose nor the Shine versions of this bracelet have threaded bracelet ends.

Is Pandora real sterling silver?

Pandora jewelry regularly uses sterling silver: the world's most popular silver alloy.

Is PANDORA jewelry marked?

At Pandora, we stamp our jewellery with quality marks to indicate the metal's purity and to guarantee that the metal is genuine. All our sterling silver jewellery is stamped with a capital "S" for silver, followed by the purity stated as pure silver parts per thousand: S925 (92.5% pure silver).

Is Pandora real diamonds?

Every diamond in the Pandora Brilliance collection is a sustainably lab-created diamond.

Do Pandora charms tarnish?

Your PANDORA jewellery should be handled with care at all times. All sterling silver will tarnish over time, but it will happen much faster when it comes into contact with agents such as perfume, salty air, sulphur, skin creams, hairspray, chlorine and acidic skin ph.

Is Pandora worth the money?

It could also be a good option for those who are on a budget but still want an affordable streaming platform that allows them to listen to their favorite music and discover new songs. Based on the subscription offerings alone, Pandora Premium may be a little lacking for some people in comparison to its rivals.

What is P2 S925 ale?

We have an O which is for our factory sign, ALE is our trademark, R and MET is for our Rose items, and S925 is for our Sterling Silver. These are standard hallmarking attributes on all our Pandora jewellery. We have recently started adding P2, which stands for Production 2.

Is Pandora Outlet genuine?

PANDORA's products are sold through more than 10,000 authorised retailers around the world. By purchasing your PANDORA products from one of these retailers, you can be assured they are authentic.

Is .925 sterling silver?

Instead fine silver is alloyed with copper to create sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper. This percentage of fine silver is why you will sometimes see sterling silver referred to as '925 silver' or hallmarked with a 925 stamp.

Does Pandora sell real silver?

Pandora provides a universe of hand-finished and modern jewelry primarily made from genuine materials, including solid sterling silver and 14k or 18k gold. We use a variety of gemstones, stones and cultured pearls to add sparkle and color to our genuine silver and gold jewelry.

Why is my pandora bracelet turning black?

All sterling silver will tarnish over time, but it will happen much faster when it comes into contact with agents such as perfume, salty air, sulphur, skin creams, hairspray, chlorine and acidic skin ph. The amount of tarnishing (oxidation) that occurs is dependent on the skin and care habits of the wearer.

Can I wear my Pandora bracelet in the shower?

We recommend that customers remove their Pandora jewelry before going to bed, showering, swimming or participating in physical activity. Your jewelry must not be exposed to chlorine or salt water, as this will dull the appearance.

Are Pandora charms solid silver?

Each hand-finished piece of Pandora jewellery is crafted from high-quality materials, including sterling silver (92.5% pure silver), oxidised sterling silver, Pandora Rose (a 14k rose gold-plated unique metal blend), Pandora Shine (18k gold-plated unique metal blend) and solid 14k gold.

Is Pandora from Thailand authentic?

Pandora has been manufacturing its jewellery in Thailand since 1989 when Per Enevoldsen, Pandora's founder and a goldsmith by trade, set up the foundation for the company's crafting facilities in Bangkok.

What silver does Pandora use?

Pandora jewellery regularly uses sterling silver: the world's most popular silver alloy.

Is Pandora made in China?

Where are Pandora Jewelry products made? All Pandora Jewelry products are made in Thailand. For more information, please visit our craftsmanship page .

Is gift and wrap genuine Pandora?

Gift and Wrap is an official Pandora jewellery retailer, and the perfect place to buy a gift for a friend, partner, or family member.

Is Pandora rose gold real gold?

All Pandora gold jewelry is made from 14 or 18 karat gold. The unique Pandora metal blend consists mainly of copper and silver. The jewelery pieces are encased in a layer of 14kt rose gold plating in order to prevent oxidation from occurring and to provide the pieces with a warm and romantic pink color.