Metal jewelry Gold jewelry should be removed before showering, cleaning, or washing dishes. Soap and water mixed with a few drops of ammonia can be used to clean gold jewelry. Grease can be removed by dipping the jewelry in rubbing alcohol. After cleaning and rinsing, be sure to dry and polish it with a chamois or soft cloth. An ultrasonic cleaning machine can also be used as long as the jewelry does not contain gemstones, as it can damage the stones. Silver jewelry (like silver chains, silver earrings, and silver rings) should be cleaned with a polishing cloth, mild soap and water, or professional silver cleaner. If the silver jewelry contains a pearl or a soft gemstone, make sure to use a polishing cloth to prevent potential damage to the stone. Avoid using paper towels or tissues, which are too rough and will cause scratches on the silver’s surface. Vermeil jewelry should not be polished vigorously, as repeated rubbing can cause the gold to wear off. We also suggest storing vermeil jewelry in an airtight plastic bag to prevent tarnishing. And be sure to remove any vermeil jewelry when swimming, as chlorine can damage the finish.

Pearl jewelry Pearls are naturally soft and delicate, with certain types being more prone to peeling. Store your pearl jewelry away from other metal pieces that may scratch or rub them. Pearls should be wiped off with a soft cloth or chamois after wearing to prevent dirt from accumulating and to keep perspiration, which is acidic, from eating away at the pearl’s surface. Only use jewelry cleaners labeled as safe for pearls. Never steam clean pearls or use an ultrasonic cleaner, and avoid exposing pearls to detergents, bleaches, baking soda, or ammonia-based cleaners. Gemstones: amethyst, aquamarine, citrine, diamond, garnet, morganite, quartz, certified ruby, sapphire, tanzanite, topaz Do not use an ultrasonic cleaner or steamer. Most of these can be cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft brush or cloth. Gemstones: emeralds, jade, onyx, opals, peridot, sapphire & turquoise Clean with just a damp cloth and a soft brush. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, chemical cleaners, or steamers. Avoid contact with harsh chemicals, cosmetics, hair spray, perfume, and household chemicals. Additional care instructions below: Emeralds: Avoid sudden temperature changes.
Jade: Wipe down with a gem cleaner. Remove jewelry before swimming. The chlorine in pools and hot tubs can be harmful to jade.
Opals: Avoid heat.
Peridot: Avoid sudden temperature changes.
Sapphire: Avoid repolishing or recutting the stone. Color may fade in light or with heat.

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