While massed produced silver plated flatware is usually only electroplated with a very thin coating of 1-2 microns or less, Ricci flatware is very heavily plated at an average of 10 microns, and the finish will last for many years to come. Gold and copper plate do not wear off as quickly as silver plate, thus requiring a much lighter layer when going through the electroplating process. Ricci gold and copper plating is at .1o microns, whereas most other gold and copper plated flatware is only covered with .03 or even more commonly, only .01 microns! Ricci is committed to producing a high quality product that

will last a lifetime. That is the difference that clearly shows the high standards put into each and every piece of Ricci flatware!  

Washing and drying your silver, gold and copper plate should be done in the same hand-washed manner as sterling flatware. Before using your plated flatware for the first time, we recommend that you hand wash it and dry it thoroughly. After use, the plates flatware should be washed promptly in hot, soapy water, and then rinsed in clear, hot water. It should be dried immediately using a soft towel. Air-drying causes almost all metals to water-spot.

Never leave plated flatware unwashed overnight, as the acids in the foods could stain or pit the plating or the stainless steel knife blades. Prolonged soaking should also be avoided. Never use abrasive sponges or harsh detergents on your silver.

After washing and drying, your Ricci flatware should be stored in a clean dry place and in a tarnish resistant box or flatware chest. The plated flatware should only require polishing a few times a year, using polish that is specifically made for silver, gold or copper plate. When polish is needed, polish with long, horizontal strokes, rather than a circular motion. Wash off the polish, carefully, in hot soapy water, then rinse and dry. After, enhance the surface luster by rubbing with a soft flannel cloth.