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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… worry, you 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 … and cause gems to come loose in their mountings. So, we recommend that you follow these steps when using an at home ultrasonic. See the list below to make sure that it is safe to use an ultrasonic on your gems. Place the jewelry in the …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Peridot
… of 6.5 to 7 which makes it a little harder than Moonstone and a little softer than Topaz. Care should be taken to protect peridot from scratches, sharp blows, household chemicals and extreme temperature changes. Do not use a home ultrasonic machine for cleaning. Instead, use warm soapy water and a tooth brush for at-home cleanings. If well cared for, Peridot jewelry can last generations. We have an excellent selection of Peridot jewelry and loose Peridot gems that we can set…
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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… of long exposure to these types of soaps (people in the medical professions especially). It is safe to use an ultrasonic cleaner with diamond jewelry. Ultrasonic‘s can damage other gemstones, know for certain it is safe to use. Ethyl alcohol …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
…It is also 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 …
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The Birthstones
… that peridot could chase away evil spirits and dissolve curses but only when set in gold. Care should be taken to protect peridot from scratches, sharp blows, household chemicals and extreme temperature changes. Do not use a home ultrasonic machine for cleaning. Spinel was added as one of August’s birthstones in 2016, and we think it’s a great addition. Spinel is a beautiful gem that comes in virtually every color you can imagine. It has good hardness and durability making …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Spinel
… its wearer. The magnetic form, magnetite, is said to help bring balance and alignment to one’s internal energies calming mood swings and improving mental clarity. Care and Cleaning of Spinel Spinel is usually safe to be used in ultrasonic and steam cleaners, but certain inclusions can sometimes pose threats. The safest bet is to use warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush. Or, you can always have your spinel jewelry professionally clean by a local jeweler like us. Spinel …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
… China, British Columbia, and Siberia. Myanmar (Burma) and Guatemala are the primary sources of jadeite. Care and Cleaning of Jade Both nephrite and jadeite can be damaged by the heat of a jeweler’s torch. Jade is generally safe in ultrasonic cleaners, but the treatments we just discussed can be damaged. Warm soapy water and a soft bristled brush are the safest ways to care for your heirloom jade. Almost all jade is treated with wax to help improve its appearance. The wax …