5 Jewelry Cleaning Tips

Cleaning Tip #1
Use Ultrasonic jewelry cleaners with caution. Diamond, garnet, ruby and sapphire is generally safe in an ultrasonic. Most other stones should not be cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner.

Cleaning Tip #2
Jewelry should be put on after showering and applying any lotions or perfume. Lotions, soaps and perfumes may build up, causing your jewelry to look dull.

Cleaning Tip #3
Check prongs regularly. Prongs holding the gemstone can be loosened and easily lose your gem. Jewelry, that uses prongs or settings, should be checked and cleaned annually by a qualified, professional jeweler and always make sure to ask if your appraisal is current.

Cleaning Tip #4
Remove all jewelry before using household cleansers, gardening or playing any sports. We also recommend removing jewelry before swimming and taking care of it properly. Chlorine bleach is used to keep swimming pools sanitary, which may cause problems with some gemstones.

Cleaning Tip #5
Store every piece of jewelry individually, (not touching other pieces). All jewelry can scratch. Store your precious pieces carefully.

With a little care, your jewelry will give you many years of enjoyment and may even become an heirloom piece, passed down through generations. Take care of your jewelry by keeping it clean, protecting it and having it checked regularly by an expert jeweler!