Your jewelry needs care to stay as it was when you bought them. Daily use, air pollution and dust affect the shine of your jewelry and gemstones.
Avoid storing all your jewelry together in one box as they may get scratched or tangled. Especially jewelry that bears precious stones, such as the diamond should be stored separately because one diamond can engrave another diamond.
The direct contact of your jewelry, their precious and semi-precious stones with colognes, varnishes, body creams, any other chemical but also the sun can affect the metal and alter their color and shine. Most stones can be freshened with lukewarm water, soap and a soft toothbrush. Be careful not to leave any soap residue. Emeralds should never be cleaned on an Ultrasonic device.
Pearls are a living organism and are very sensitive to chemicals such as colognes, varnishes, etc. Each time you remove your pearls, clean them with a damp cloth and let them dry before putting them in their box or pouch. A velvet or silk case is ideal for storing them. Do not leave them indoors for a long time or near a heat source. Because of their composition they can become dehydrated or lose their color and shine. Pearl necklaces need to be inspected and the thread should be replaced every 3 to 5 years, depending on their use.
Always check your jewelry for damage. On necklaces and bracelets, check their clasps, from time to time, for any damage. For jewelry with precious stones, check the stone bindings. The stones in the rings are nailed and have been tested by an experienced craftsman in their production. However, care must be taken, because in a possible impact on a surface there is a possibility for some stone to come off.
To freshen up your silver jewelry (not the gold-plated one), leave it for a long time in a container with water and baking soda, which you have covered inside with foil. When they return to their color, wipe them with a soft cloth. The result will surprise you and the most important thing is that you will have achieved it without using any chemical ingredient!