How to Clean Jewelry: Gold, Diamonds, Silver jewelry

Regular cleaning can keep your baubles, bangles and beads looking fresh-from-the-jeweler brilliant all the time.

Did you know that after even a few days' wear your pieces of bright and shiny jewelry can dull from lotions, body oil and everyday dust and dirt? It's true and that's why jewelers recommend that you should clean all your pieces regularly. You will be amazed at the difference a good cleaning can make—even on your oldest pieces.

Before cleaning your jewelry, examine it carefully to make sure that all settings, clasps and prongs are secure. If you find a problem, take the item to a jeweler for repair. There are many ways to clean jewelry—from simple warm, soapy water to sophisticated electronic jewelry cleaners that may be purchased for less than $40 online and at jewelry stores. There are also many different cleaning solutions that are on the market today that do an excellent job. The decision is yours – homegrown or purchased. We're listing some simple ways to get that sparkle back in your favorite jewels.

How to clean GOLD:

Gold doesn't tarnish, but it can be dirtied or dulled by the oil in your skin, body lotion, makeup or other substances. There are lots of products out there that promise to clean gold, but you can do it easily with mild detergent and a soft cloth.

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1: Mix a squeeze of mild dish detergent with warm water in a bowl.
2: Put the gold item into the soap mixture and let sit for a few minutes.
3: Use a soft toothbrush to gently scrub the jewelry.
4: Remove item from soapy water, rinse it and dry thoroughly with a soft polishing cloth.

Overall Tips & Warnings

• It is wise to check not only clasps, mountings, and prongs but also earrings posts for damage before washing the jewelry.
• Always be sure gold jewelry is completely dry before storing it.
• Never use a harsh or abrasive cleaner, a stiff brush or a scouring pad on gold.

How to clean DIAMONDS

If diamonds are your best friends, treat them accordingly. Regular cleaning will keep them sparkling. In Soapy Solution:

1: Take a small bowl and mix a small amount of mild dish detergent with warm water until sudsy.
2: Dip the item to be cleaned into the solution.
3: Dip a soft toothbrush into the cleaning solution, and gently brush the item.
4: Rinse in warm running water.
5: Pat dry with a soft, lint-free cloth

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In Ammonia Solution
1: Take a small bowl and mix a solution of 6 parts water to 1 part ammonia.
2: Dip the item to be cleaned into the solution.
3: Dip a soft toothbrush into the cleaning solution, and gently brush the item.
4: Pay special attention to the backs of stones and their mountings, areas that tend to collect dirt and oils.
5: Rinse in warm running water. 6: Pat dry with a soft lint-free cloth.

Tips & Warnings

• For especially soiled diamonds, mix a solution of half cold water and half ammonia in a small bowl. Let the item soak in the solution for 30 minutes, then gently brush the item with a soft toothbrush. Rinse in warm running water and allow the item to air dry on paper towels.
• Be sure to use the ammonia and ammonia-water solution only in a well-ventilated area, and avoid inhaling the ammonia solution directly.

How to clean SILVER JEWELRY

1: Clean the silver with a nonabrasive silver polish.
2: Apply the polish with a soft cloth, gently working it into stains.
3: Wipe away excess polish and buff the jewelry with a soft, lint-free cloth until it's shiny.
4: Keep in mind that frequently wearing silver jewelry can keep it from becoming tarnished.

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Overall Tips & Warnings about how to clean jewelry:

• Keep your jewelry in a fabric-lined case, or wrap each piece individually in soft tissue paper.
• Have a jeweler check yearly for loose prongs, worn mountings and general wear and tear.
• Keep jewelry away from chlorine and harsh chemicals, which can erode the finish and polish of gems.
• Never use boiling water to clean jewelry. Do not use jewelry cleaner on pearls and porous stones, such as emeralds, rubies, lapis lazuli, coral and turquoise. Wipe them clean with a soft, damp cloth or have them cleaned professionally. Consult a jeweler when in doubt about a particular stone.
• Exposure to perfume, cosmetics or perspiration can stain gemstones.
• Don't be too aggressive when brushing your diamond jewelry; although diamonds are hard, the material in which they're set may not be. Gold and silver could be scratched if brushed too hard.

Note: There are a few pieces of jewelry that should not be cleaned. Hair jewelry popular in the Victorian era should not be cleaned. Also jewelry with delicate materials or foil-backed stones cannot stand up to commercial cleaners. In other cases you may ruin the natural patina on antique jewelry that enhances the value of the piece. If you are not sure how to clean jewelry, especially if it's a treasureed piece, ask the advice of a jeweler.


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Jewelry Care Guide

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Jewelry Care Guide

As with any jewelry you should keep pearls, gemstones and precious metal in a well crafted jewelry box or jewelry pouch. Items should be separated to avoid scratching as well as contamination and tangling. Before caring your Jewel, two general things should not be ignored.
Choosing a Jewelry Box

A jewelry box should offer enough compartments to allow precious pieces to be stored individually. The box should also contain a soft lining which will prevent scratching. Choose a jewelry box which is rigid and capable of protecting your jewelry should it be bumped or knocked. If you wish to secure your jewelry you may also consider purchasing a box with a lock and key. The box should allow you to hang chains which will help prevent kinks and knots.
The Right Spot

Jewelry needs to be kept in a dry location with low humidity. Humid and damp conditions will cause tarnish in silver and problems with other precious metals. Also consider the security and accessibility of the location you choose.

How to store gold and silver jewelry
Your two main priorities when storing your gold and silver are to avoid tarnishing/dulling and avoid scratching. To avoid tarnishing you will need to reduce the amount of moisture in the air. Store each piece of jewelry in a separate cotton or jewelry bag. The bag needs to be able to breathe, if the bag is air tight it may sweat which will cause tarnish. Good quality Jewelry bags are usually treated with chemicals that reduce tarnish. A good quality jewelry bag will save you a lot of trouble in the long run. The pieces should be stored individually, if stored together the pieces will scratch each other. If available place a moisture absorbing product inside your jewelry box. White chalk, charcoal or silica gel will absorb the moisture which causes tarnish.

How to store diamonds
Diamonds are the hardest gemstone in the world. They are perfect for scratching other types of jewelry so once again keep the jewelry store in individual compartments. Diamonds are usually set in either silver or gold so you simply need to follow the instructions above.

How to store Pearls
Pearls are extremely soft and will scratch quite easily and so it is important to store your pearls in a soft bag free of dust or anything which may scratch your pearls. Remember to restring your pearls regularly, particularly if you wear and clean them frequently.

How to store gemstones
Softer gemstones scratch easily, other types of gemstones crack and certain gemstones can also be damaged changes in heat. Store your gemstones in individual bags and keep them in an area with relatively stable temperatures. Certain porous gemstones like Emerald should not become too dry or they may in fact crack. For this reason these gemstones should be re-oiled every year or so depending upon your climate.

At last, I would like to give you a rough guideline to prolong the life of your Jewelry

* Apply makeup and perfume before putting on your jewelry. The chemicals will damage sensitive gemstones (like pearls) and tarnish metals like silver.

* Remove jewelry when cleaning. Ammonia, detergents and other household chemicals will damage jewelry.

* Do not shower with your jewelry on for the same reasons as the above point. In addition to damage from chemicals any jewelry which falls off (soap will loosen rings) you will lose your jewelry to the plug hole.

* Do not swim at the beach or swimming pool with jewelry on. Chlorine and salt will damage your gemstones and metals.

* Gold and silver are soft metals and will bend easily. Avoid doing anything strenuous with gold and silver jewelry on.rub the pearl dry with your cloth. When cleaning pearls you really need to avoid any form of abrasion. Use only soft cotton or jewelry cloth and gentle soaps.

Gemstones Jewel Cleaning
The majority of gemstones are best cleaned using the same method as Pearls. You may also use a soft tooth brush on hard gemstones to gently scrub away additional grime. You should avoid soaking porous (softer opaque) gemstones instead just wet another cotton or jewelry cloth and clean the gemstone. It’s important to dry the gemstone completely to remove any remaining chemicals from the cleaning process. Ultrasonic cleaners will work well for harder gemstones but may cause cracking on softer gemstones, for this reason we suggest taking your jewelry to a professional for heavier cleaning.

Learning about the knowledge of Jewel cleaning is not enough to keep your Jewel and expand their life. There are still something need to pay attention in the process of cleaning. Things to avoid when cleaning are below.

* Many metals and softer gemstones can be easily damaged by abrasive chemicals in certain cleaners. This is why it is always best to start your cleaning with relatively gentle methods before tackling any remaining grime and tarnish.

* Do not clean your jewelry over a sink or you may find yourself frantically sourcing a plumber.

* Rough cloths may scratch metals and softer stones, use soft lint free cloths only.

* Do not under any circumstances use harsh chemicals on gemstones which are porous. Porous stones will absorb the chemicals and damage your stones. Porous gemstones are opaque gemstones like Pearls, Turquoise and Opals.

* Cleaning expensive vintage jewelry is probably a job best left to the professionals.

* Do not use pins, tweezers or other sharp objects to remove small particles of grime, otherwise you will only scratch the metal setting of your jewelry.

When jewelry should be professionally cleaned
Antique or delicate jewelry should nearly always be cleaned by a professional jeweler. Certain metals will naturally change color over time and so your antique jewelry may not be as dirty as you think. Silvers in particular tend to become slightly darker over time. This is not always tarnish which requires cleaning. Professional jewelry cleaning is often complimentary and if not is very inexpensive. A professional jeweler will also inspect and repair any loose settings which may cause problems down the track. Professional jewelers also have access and knowledge of a wide range of dedicated and specialized cleaning methods and chemicals which are much more effective than the methods described above.


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Jewelry Cleaning Guide

Over time the natural oils from your skin, air born contaminants, moisture and corrosion will tarnish the shine and luster of your jewelry. There are a few simple cleaning and caring tips which can drastically improve the condition of your favorite pieces.

For Jewel cleaning, different metals and stones require different cleaning techniques. So please ensure you are following the relevant instructions. If your gold or silver jewelry contains softer porous gemstones you should follow the cleaning instructions for the gemstones and not the metal. These gemstones are quite sensitive and can be damaged easily.

A must before you start cleaning
Check the setting of your jewelry to ensure it is secure and well fastened. If you begin scrubbing a loose stone you may damage or even lose a piece. Remove any dust from both the jewelry and cleaning clothes. The dust may cause light scratching during the cleaning process. If you don’t own a jewelry cloth, use a cotton or flannel cloth and shake it well to remove loose dust.

Gold Jewelry Cleaning
Soak your gold jewelry in a mild detergent and warm water solution for 1-3 minutes. You should avoid chlorine and ammonia as both can discolor the metal. Remove and gently brush the jewelry with a soft toothbrush or jewelry brush to remove any remaining grime. Now carefully rinse the gold jewelry in warm water to remove the detergent solution. Next thoroughly dry the gold jewelry with your cloth, any remaining moisture will dull the shine of the gold.

Silver Jewelry Cleaning
There are two ways to easily remove the buildup of tarnish from your silver jewelry. If you live in a humid climate your silver jewelry will tarnish quickly and you’ll need to clean it quite regularly. You are suggested to buy a silver dip solution that works by creating a chemical reaction which removes tarnish. It is a great choice for cleaning silver chains which are difficult to clean by hand. You must not under any circumstances place any type of gemstones in the solution. It may permanently damage the stone. Firstly find a bowl or large cup and line the sides with aluminum foil. Next place your jewelry inside the lined cup or bowl. Cover the jewelry with a small amount of baking soda, just enough so you can barely see the jewelry. Next pour hot water over the jewelry and wait for the bubbling to stop. After the solution has stopped bubbling, rinse and buff the silver jewelry dry with your cloth. You may need to repeat the process up to 5-6 times for badly tarnished pieces. Please also be careful to keep yourself away from any fumes and ensure the room is well ventilated before starting. To clean silver jewelry which contains gemstones create a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Now gently buff small sections of the jewelry taking care not to touch the gemstone. Rinse and dry to complete the process. If the jewelry is heavily tarnished or still requires cleaning you may require a specialized silver cleaning paste or professional cleaning. Keep in mind that the harsher the cleaner, the more likely your jewelry will be damaged.

Diamonds Cleaning
Over time diamonds begin to look cloudy and lose the natural sparkle and shine that makes them so attractive. The good news is that a quick clean on all but the dirtiest diamonds will restore the original shine and luster. Ammonia solutions are effective at cleaning diamonds but will eventually remove the color from most metals so unless your diamonds are not set in any metals, we suggest you avoid cleaning in an Ammonia solution. Dip the diamonds jewelry in a warm solution of water and mild detergent for approximately 2-5 minutes. Next gently scrub the diamond with a soft toothbrush or jewelry brush if you have one. After scrubbing rinse the diamond in warm water to remove any remaining detergent. Buff the diamond dry with your cloth.

Opals Cleaning
Opals are relatively soft, porous and usually quite thin (and fragile). The following cleaning tips are only useful for removing small amounts of grime. If your opal has lost its original shine and luster, you should definitely visit an opal specialist and have your opals professional cleaned. To remove light amounts of grim with a mild warm soap water solution gently scrub your opal with a soft brush. Rinse the opal and buff dry with your cloth.

Pearls Jewel Cleaning
If you’re cleaning a pearl necklace please ensure the pearls are secure before cleaning. Create a warm solution of soapy water, use small amount of baby soap. Baby soap is gentle and more importantly PH neutral, abrasive soaps will easily damage your pearls. Place the peals in the solution for a minute or so and then rub the pearl dry with your cloth. When cleaning pearls you really need to avoid any form of abrasion. Use only soft cotton or jewelry cloth and gentle soaps.

Gemstones Jewel Cleaning
The majority of gemstones are best cleaned using the same method as Pearls. You may also use a soft tooth brush on hard gemstones to gently scrub away additional grime. You should avoid soaking porous (softer opaque) gemstones instead just wet another cotton or jewelry cloth and clean the gemstone. It’s important to dry the gemstone completely to remove any remaining chemicals from the cleaning process. Ultrasonic cleaners will work well for harder gemstones but may cause cracking on softer gemstones, for this reason we suggest taking your jewelry to a professional for heavier cleaning.

Learning about the knowledge of Jewel cleaning is not enough to keep your Jewel and expand their life. There are still something need to pay attention in the process of cleaning. Things to avoid when cleaning are below.

* Many metals and softer gemstones can be easily damaged by abrasive chemicals in certain cleaners. This is why it is always best to start your cleaning with relatively gentle methods before tackling any remaining grime and tarnish.

* Do not clean your jewelry over a sink or you may find yourself frantically sourcing a plumber.

* Rough cloths may scratch metals and softer stones, use soft lint free cloths only.

* Do not under any circumstances use harsh chemicals on gemstones which are porous. Porous stones will absorb the chemicals and damage your stones. Porous gemstones are opaque gemstones like Pearls, Turquoise and Opals.

* Cleaning expensive vintage jewelry is probably a job best left to the professionals.

* Do not use pins, tweezers or other sharp objects to remove small particles of grime, otherwise you will only scratch the metal setting of your jewelry.

When jewelry should be professionally cleaned
Antique or delicate jewelry should nearly always be cleaned by a professional jeweler. Certain metals will naturally change color over time and so your antique jewelry may not be as dirty as you think. Silvers in particular tend to become slightly darker over time. This is not always tarnish which requires cleaning. Professional jewelry cleaning is often complimentary and if not is very inexpensive. A professional jeweler will also inspect and repair any loose settings which may cause problems down the track. Professional jewelers also have access and knowledge of a wide range of dedicated and specialized cleaning methods and chemicals which are much more effective than the methods described above.


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Jewelry & Gems Care and Cleaning Tips

* Jewelry and gemstones require special care when wearing, storing, or cleaning. Clean fine Jewelry often to maintain its sparkle and beauty.

* The best way to clean your gemstone jewelry is in a bowl of warm water with a few drops of ordinary dish detergent, such as Ivory liquid soap. Using an old toothbrush or other soft brush, scrub gently behind the stone where dust and soap can collect. Then just rinse and pat dry with a soft cloth. Please read the labels of over the counter cleaners, make sure that they are OK to use.

* To reduce greasy build-up on diamond jewelry, dip it in plain alcohol before soaking.

* Keep jewelry separate and ideally wrapped in velvet, paper, or silk.

* Some colored gemstones are softer than others, (IE .- pearls and opals) so extra care is to be given to them.

* A home ultrasonic cleaner should be used with extreme caution. It can be used to clean Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnets, Chrysoberyl, and unadorned gold jewelry but it may damage gems like Emerald, Tourmaline, Tanzanite, Peridot, Pearls, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, and any gem that has many inclusions. When in doubt, don’t use it.

* Remove your jewelry before vigorous activities.

* Remove your jewelry before going into chlorinated pools and Hot Tubs! Chemicals used are very caustic to colored gems, gold and other metals.

* Every day household items can ruin your gemstone jewelry.

* Make sure you don’t expose your gems to the chemicals in cleaning products, hair care products, fragrances and cosmetics.

* When getting dressed, put your jewelry on last. At the end of the day, take your jewelry off first. Store your jewelry in a cloth-lined box or pouch and keep them away from other jewelry, which might scratch them.

* Check for loose stones frequently by gently tapping the piece with your finger near your ear, or seeing signs of gems being loose. Watch your prongs for wear.

* Pearls should be restrung every two years or annually with frequent use.

* Gems are among the most durable of nature’s creations. With a little care, they will be as beautiful for generations to come as they are today.


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Basics of Gems Knowledge

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COLOUR

Not surprisingly, color is the key factor with colored gemstones.

A common misperception in judging gems is that people assume the darker the color, the better the stone. This isn't true: color can be too dark, as with some sapphires that look more black than blue. If a gem's color is overly dark, it tends to be subdued and lifeless.

A much better rule of thumb is the brighter, richer and more vivid the color, the better. Within each gemstone variety it is the clear, medium-tone, very intense and saturated basic color that is most preferred. Muted colors or colors between hues, which some might find very attractive, are usually less expensive.

Always remember to look at the color in different kinds of light, since the light spectrum can affect gem color greatly.

CLARITY

A good cut, while it may not cost more, can add or subtract quite a lot of beauty to a stone. A well-cut, faceted gemstone reflects light evenly across its surface area when held face up.

If the stone is too deep and narrow, areas will be dark. If it is too shallow and wide, parts of the stone will be washed out and lifeless.

CARAT WEIGHT

Gemstones are generally sold by weight rather than size. Some gems are denser than others, so the same weight stone may be a different size!

The carat weight will also affect the price. Large gemstones are usually rare, marking up the price per carat of the stone.

PERCEPTION

For every gemstone, pricing follows common sense: the better the final visual effect of all the quality factors of the stone, the more valuable that stone is. But different varieties of gemstones have different price ranges. This is where the perception factor comes in.

Some varieties are lower in price because they are readily available; some, because the color isn't very popular (brown and yellow stones, for example); some, because the material is relatively soft; and some, because they have all the right stuff but no one knows it.

There are plenty of examples of beautiful, rare gemstones costing less than gems that are not so rare -- merely because they possess a funny name, or people confuse them with an inexpensive variety, or they are of a gem variety few of us are acquainted with.

In the past, the gemstone business was dominated by the big three: ruby, emerald and sapphire. These often are called precious stones, a term probably derived from the French label, "pierres precieuse."

When other gemstone varieties began to gain popularity, the jewelry industry got tired of calling them "colored gemstones other than ruby, emerald and sapphire." Unfortunately, the term they made up for these other stones was "semi-precious." Too bad the French terminology was not followed in this instance, or these other stones would have been known as "fine gemstones," which is a much better and more accurate term.

The problem with "semi-precious," and the reason the jewelry industry essentially banned its use, is that it's a misnomer. Rubies, emeralds, and sapphires can sell for less than $100 per carat, while a fine Paraiba tourmaline, for example, can sell for $20,000 per carat.


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