Jewelry Care

Taking care of your jewelry is crucial to keep your precious investment looking beautiful for years to come! Sterling silver naturally tarnishes over time and with regular wear. While this can give your pieces character, it may also make them look dull and dirty. Here are some helpful tips.

Always remove your jewelry prior to bathing, swimming, gardening, cleaning, heavy lifting, or applying cosmetics.

Storage

Store your jewelry in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. 

Use anti-tarnish bags or pouches to help prevent silver from tarnishing. You can also store your silver jewelry with anti-tarnish tabs. My favorite pouches and tabs are made by Intercept.

Store each piece separately to prevent scratching or tangling. 

Avoid storing your jewelry near chemicals like perfumes, cleaning products, or cosmetics. 

Cleaning

Regularly wipe your jewelry with a soft, lint-free cloth to remove dirt and oils. My favorite is a Sunshine Cloth.

For a deeper clean, use a mixture of baking soda and water and a soft toothbrush to gently scrub your piece. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean cloth. Do NOT use tarnish-removing dips or any brand of abrasive silver polishes. These will ruin the finish and patina on your jewelry.

Caring For Your Gemstones

Store each piece separately to prevent scratching and other damage.

Avoid wearing during activities that may cause damage. Some stones are softer and more porous than others making them more prone to scratches, chips, and breaking.

Do not soak porous gemstones in water. Gently pat dry if they get wet. 

You can clean hard, non-porous gemstones with a mixture of warm (not hot) water and a few drops of mild, unscented soap. Do NOT use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the stone’s surface. Gently scrub with a soft toothbrush. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.

Avoid sudden temperature changes as some stones are sensitive to extreme cold and heat.

Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight to prevent colored stones from fading.

See Know Your Stone to learn more about individual gemstones.

If you have any questions, please send me an email.