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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… contains it. Don’t use a hard toothbrush because they tend to scratch the metals (gold, platinum, etc.). Abrasive cleaners and toothpaste or toothpowder will also scratch the metals. This will take away the shine. Ammonia-based cleaners … well but they may hurt other gemstones. It is also not a good idea to soak jewelry for very long in ammonia-based cleaners. Some anti-bacteria cleaners can also degrade the solder used in jewelry, be careful of long exposure to these types …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
… believed to help the immune system, breathing, and metabolism. Care and Cleaning Tsavorite is rated as “good” for everyday wear. You should avoid sudden temperature changes and never steam clean your Tsavorite Garnets. Ultrasonic cleaners are usually safe unless the gem has a preexisting crack or fracture. To clean Tsavorite, gently scrub it with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. Why Tsavorite Tsavorite has all of the qualities you want in …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Opal
… and extreme temperature fluctuations can also harm opals, so gentle care is essential. To keep opal at its luminous best, wiping it clean with a soft cloth is recommended. Avoid the use of home ultrasonic machines or abrasive jewelry cleaners that could potentially damage the stone’s surface. For more valuable stones, setting them in a pendant or earrings instead of a ring will help them last as long as possible. With proper care opals can last for generations. Opals have …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
…Use a mild soap with warm water and a soft toothbrush, then rinse thoroughly for most jewelry. A hard toothbrush and toothpaste or toothpowder will scratch gold and hurt some gems. The best cleaning tip is to know for certain the best cleaners to use on your jewelry and do it carefully. The jewelry industry has been recycling for millennia. In fact some of the gold in your jewelry could have been in use since the time of Jesus. Damaged beyond repair jewelry is bought at its…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
…for generations. Last on, First off: Pearls are vulnerable to chemicals found in hair spray, cosmetics, perfume, and cleaners. Put on your pearls last when getting ready, and take them off first when you get home. Clean Carefully: Wipe your …. Also be sure to wipe them immediately if any potentially acidic liquid touches them like fruit juice or household cleaners. Occasionally, clean your pearls with a cloth dipped in mild, soapy water. Then, rinse the cloth with fresh water, …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Alexandrite
… downs, and so alexandrite is also connected with bringing a sense of balance and well-being. Care and Cleaning of Alexandrite Alexandrite should always be treated with care because of its value and rarity. While ultrasonic and steam cleaners are usually safe for alexandrite, warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush are always the safest. With its innate durability and proper care a high-quality stone will last for generations. Why Alexandrite? Alexandrite is simply one …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… can always bring your jewelry to Arden Jewelers and our jewelers can polish off the oxidization for you. Ultrasonic Cleaners We use ultrasonic cleaners everyday at our shop because they are so effective at cleaning jewelry. We also offer an … mountings when you remove the piece. Watch our video on how to check if your gems are loose for tips on that. Steam Cleaners A steam cleaner or steamer is another tool that we use everyday at Arden Jewelers. They use a jet of high pressure …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
… a mild soap with warm water and a soft toothbrush, then rinse thoroughly for most jewelry. A hard toothbrush and toothpaste or tooth-powder will scratch gold and hurt some gems. The best cleaning tip is to know for certain the best cleaners to use on your jewelry and do it carefully. Selling estate jewelry is the art of compromise. There is a balance between dollar paid and quickness of payment and ease of transaction. If you want the high price, fast and easy, you are …
