When you purchase jewellery, it most usually is a hefty investment. Here are some tips on how to take care of them courtesy of jewellery expert, Don Grieg (@focusbmi on twitter)
Jewelry Care: :
-Never go swimming in your jewelry, chlorine in swimming pools can cause damage
-When cleaning jewelry, make sure it is completey dry before storing. Moisture can tarnish/pit metals
-When cleaning jewelry – use guidelines for cleaning the stone, not the metal.
-Put on jewelry over a rug. Helps to avoid impact damage should you drop it while putting it on
-Store in a soft fabric pouch. They are ‘organic’ items that need to breath or they will dry out
-Check for loose stones on a monthly basis and any issues repaired immediately.
-Remove jewelry before using harsh cleaning chemicals. Helps keep the lustre and shine!
-Don’t store silver in cardboard/paper containers. Sulfur producing compounds accelerate oxidation.
-Gold: Is soft and can scratch. Use warm water & a soft-bristled toothbruth for tough/embedded dirt
-Gemstones: Semi-precious stones (turquoise, opal, jade) are porous. Use warm water. Don’t soak!
-Gemstones: Diamonds, rubies & sapphires are tough substances & can be cleaned w ammonia based cleaners
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