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by Julie Lee of Julie's Jewelry Design, LLC.
There are many different types of colored gemstones, some of which require
specific care and cleaning procedures. It would be impossible to enumerate
all of them in this brochure. However, there are some general care and
cleaning rules which apply to all colored gemstone jewelry
- Many natural gemstones are treated or enhanced from the time they are
extracted from the earth by one or more traditionally accepted jewelry
industry practices. These treatments and enhancements can affect how you
should clean and care for your colored gemstone jewelry. Consult your
jeweler for more information on caring for treated or enhanced gemstones.
- After wearing, wipe your precious gemstone jewelry thoroughly with a
clean, soft, slightly damp cloth. This will enhance the gemstone's luster
and ensure that your jewelry is clean before storage.
- Store gemstone pieces individually in soft pouches. You should be able
to obtain these from your jeweler.
- Do not expose your precious gemstone pieces to salt water or harsh
chemicals, such as chlorine or detergents. These chemicals may slowly
erode the finish and polish of gemstones.
- Hair spray, perfume and perspiration may cause jewelry to become dull.
Apply all cosmetics, perfumes and colognes before putting on colored
gemstone jewelry. Make sure to wipe your gemstones after wear to remove
any chemicals, oils or perspiration.
- Do not subject gemstone jewelry to sudden temperature changes.
- If you have an active lifestyle take extra precautions with some types
of gemstone jewelry. Emeralds, for example, are brittle and should not be
worn when doing household chores or any other activity where the stone
could be hit or damaged.
- Be extra careful with ultrasonic cleaners. Some gemstones are fragile
and can be damaged by ultrasonic cleaners. Consult your jeweler for the
best cleaning procedure for your particular gemstone jewelry. Your jeweler
is also a good source for any information on colored gemstones.
Julie Lee is a web designer and founder of
Julie's Jewelry Design, LLC. Julie's Jewels is a
Texas based retail jewelry company specializing in high quality, affordable
jewelry pieces created to be treasured for a lifetime.
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