Jewelry Care

Taking proper care of your fine jewelry is important! Chemicals such as hairspray, lotions, perfumes, and other cosmetics can permanently damage your jewelry. Knowing the basics about jewelry care can make a world of difference when it comes to retaining the value and beauty of your precious jewels.

The Basics

Fine jewelry should always be removed before swimming in a chlorinated pool, or before using household cleaners that contain chlorine or ammonia. Prolonged exposure to these chemicals can cause pitting and weakness in your jewelry's metal.

We recommend cleaning your precious jewelry in a bowl of warm water, with mild soap (no detergents), and a soft toothbrush. If you are cleaning your jewelry in a sink, be sure to stop the sink’s drain or use a rubber mat, to prevent a loss down the drain. A pulsating-water dental cleaning appliance and a soft, lint-free cloth is a good option as well.

Storing Your Jewelry

Proper jewelry storage is also important. Jewelry should never be tossed into a drawer or on top of a dresser. This may cause scratches and fractures to your gemstones. Jewelry items normally come in a box or pouch from the store when purchased. Argentum Jewelry can offer storage options to you. They can protect your jewelry and let you store it away in a jewelry box as well.

Jewelry boxes with individually padded slots for rings, and posts for hanging necklaces and bracelets, are also ideal. When traveling with jewelry, protect the pieces from scratches or other impact damage by keeping the jewelry in a jewelry pouch or wrapped up in a soft cloth. Sterling silver, specifically, should always be kept in an anti-tarnish bag or cloth.