Did you know New York state has the most jewelry, metal, and precious stone workers? Gemstones remain a meaningful gift, but you want to keep them clean. If you would like some gemstone cleaning tips, keep reading.
This guide will teach you how to
keep your gemstones clean and without blemishes. Knowing how to clean gemstones
will lengthen their lifespan and value.
Check out the tips below.
Have
You Ever Tried Dish Soap?
You can clean your gemstone pieces
with water and a few drops of dish detergent.
Make sure you get an old, soft
toothbrush. Put a few drops of the soap into a bowl of water. Scrub gently
behind the gemstone, where soap and dust tend to collect.
Then, you will rinse the gemstone
and dry it with a soft cloth.
Do
You Own Organic Gemstones?
Coral, amber, or pearls need
specialized care due to their porous qualities. You shouldn't use these gems
for chemicals from cosmetics, fragrances, and hair sprays.
Try to store organic gems in a pouch
or a cloth-lined box. Keep them away from other jewelry pieces, so they don't
get scratched. To clean them, you will wipe them clean with a softer cloth.
If you buy someone a gift for their
birthday, for example birthstones,
make sure you educate them about the proper care. You don't want them to
unknowingly damage their beautiful gift.
Make
Sure to Protect the Jewels
Next, keep your gemstones shining
and bright by protecting their jewels. Certain gems will get damaged by an
accidental hard blow. Don’t wear your gemstones when working out or spending
time weeding in the garden.
When you remove jewelry, try not to
haul them off by the gemstone. This could end up stretching the metal holding
the gemstone.
Most commercially-prepared jewelry
cleaners are a safe option. Read the label and avoid chemicals or ammonia.
Cleaning
Liquid Stains
Immerse your jewelry in a bed of dry
maple wood chips. Once the ring’s dry, you will blow away the chips. This will
help you to avoid liquid stains on the metal setting or gem, which is a
particular problem for larger stones.
Brushes
to Use
Don’t use a toothbrush with rigid or
inflexible bristles or a toothbrush with stiff or firm bristles. Instead, you
should buy brushes with soft or extra-soft bristles. Use these kinds of
toothbrushes to clean jewelry stones at home.
Toothbrushes with medium bristles
could scratch gems or the metal setting.
Understanding
How to Clean Gemstones
Don't forget these tips on how to
clean gemstones.
Look at using a soft-bristled brush
to clean the gemstone and metal setting gently. If you have a pearl or coral,
you’ll need to keep them protected in cloth boxes or bags.
Bring your piece to a jeweler if you
aren’t sure.
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