Cleaning Jewelry TipsCleaning Jewelry the right way, will protect your Antique Jewelry for many years to come.When you
invest in gold
antique jewelry, caring for a jewelry collection, (which involves cleaning and storing it) are important considerations.
Cleaning jewelry at regular intervals and keeping it in a dust-free environment, will help to prolong the life of your jewelry and keep it in the best possible condition. This in turn, will increase its desirability and value. Interested to know the Value? There are some jewelry cleaning methods that can be positively harmful to Antique jewelry. Whether it is Designer Costume Jewelry or Premier Antique Jewelry, the following tips on cleaning jewelry will help to keep your Antique Jewelry that hasn't cost the earth, in sparking condition and also extend it's life! Before rushing out to buy the latest model sonic jewelry cleaner this year, Beware - some types of jewelry and many gemstones should Never and we really do mean NEVER be cleaned in a sonic jewelry cleaner. Don't even think about an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner for
Natural pearls!
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AMBERGemstones and minerals that are not high on the Mohs Scale of hardness should be handled with care. Gently wash Amber in warm soapy water. Thoroughly rinse and dry and wipe on a little olive oil with cotton wool, then wipe off.For Information on Amber-Gemstone Jewelry click HERE. AQUAMARINECleaning jewelry with aquamarine involves gently washing the stones with tepid, soapy water, then rinse and dry.CAMEOSClean Cameo jewelry by first removing grease with a small artist's brush dipped in white spirit. Then brush over the affected area with a solution of warm soapy water plus a couple of drops of ammonia. Rinse by brushing on clean water, before drying with a piece of chamois leather.For Information about Antique Cameo jewelry click Here. CORALRemove grime from coral with cotton buds dipped in a solution of warm water plus a little detergent. Remove stubborn deposits with a paste of crocus powder and water, again gently applied with a cotton bud. Finally, when cleaning jewelry with genuine branch coral rinse with clean water.DIAMONTE JewelryWhen cleaning diamonte jewelry, lightly wipe with a soft brush dipped in alcohol. Dry immediately by blowing over the surface.DIAMONDSA girl's best friend might be ranked high on the Mohs Scale, but antique diamonds, should be handled with care. Both Colored diamonds and Colorless diamonds are prone to chipping. Wash diamond jewelry in warm soapy water removing stubborn grease and grime around the jewelry settings, by gently brushing (with a very soft brush) with a little methylated spirits and ammonia.EMERALDSGently wash emerald jewelry in a solution of warm soapy water and a few drops of ammonia.IVORYWipe down with a soft sloth moistened with warm water and a little detergent. The wipe with clean water and dry thoroughly. Finally, wipe on a little almond oil and leave for a couple of minutes and wipe off.JADEClean Jade with a soft cloth moistened with warm soapy water and a couple of drops of ammonia.JETClean by gently rubbing with pieces of fresh bread. This unusual method really brings out the shine!OPALSClean opal jewelry with cotton buds dipped in warm, soapy water. Rinse, applying clean water with cotton buds. dry.PEARLSCleaning pearl jewelry is a whole topic. Click here to find out how to care for Pearls!RHINESTONE JEWELRYTake very special care when cleaning Rhinestone Costume Jewelry and Crystal jewellery. Never soak rhinestone jewelry or expose rhinestones, crystal jewelry or foil backed stones to moisture. Never use a toothbrush, scrub brush or abrasive cleaner such as toothpaste on all the above types of jewelry. All of the above methods of cleaning jewelry may scratch and damage the surface of vintage pieces.RUBIESClean ruby jewelry by gently rubbing with cotton wool bud dipped in warm soapy water. Then rinse and dry thoroughly, before lightly wiping down with a piece of chamois leather moistened with alcohol.SAPPHIRESClean in the same way as Rubies (above)TORTOISESHELLWash with warm soapy water, rise and dry thoroughly. Then, either apply a fine, white wax polish or wipe on a little almond oil.TURQUOISEClean genuine turquoise with a cotton bud dipped in methylated spirits.Return to the top of Cleaning Jewelry Return to Jewelry Storage Return to Antique Jewelry Investor Home Page |
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