How to Care for Your Fine Jewelry at Home

How to Care for Your Fine Jewelry at Home

How to Care for Your Jewelry

We put care into every detail when designing your jewelry—and you put just as much care into choosing the pieces that reflect your style and story. To keep your fine jewelry looking as beautiful as you, here are a few simple tips for cleaning and storing it at home.

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Jewelry Care Tips from Stacy Nolan

Your jewelry is meant to be worn, loved, and passed down—but a little care goes a long way in preserving its brilliance.

1. Wipe down after each wear
Gently remove skin oils and makeup with a soft, 100% cotton cloth.

2. Store with care
Keep pieces separate in soft pouches or jeweler’s cloth to prevent scratching.

3. Clean gently at home
For light dirt or fingerprints on sterling silver, soak briefly in a mix of mild soap and warm water. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a lint-free cloth.

4. Polish tarnish carefully
Use a non-abrasive metal cleaner and a clean cotton cloth. Rinse well, especially around gemstones.

5. Avoid toothpaste
It’s too abrasive and can damage delicate stones or metal finishes.

6. Only use clean, soft cloths
Used or synthetic cloths can carry grit or fibers that may scratch your jewelry.

7. Remove jewelry before swimming or soaking
Chlorine and bleach can break down gold alloys and dull stones.

8. Be cautious with ultrasonic cleaners
They can loosen settings or harm soft gems like opals, pearls, turquoise, and lapis. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

9. Steer clear of harsh chemicals
Avoid acetone, ammonia, turpentine, alcohol, and petroleum-based products.

10. Handle delicate stones with care
Wrap softer gems like amber, malachite, and pearls in jeweler’s cloth and store them separately.

11. Apply lotions and perfumes first
Let them absorb before putting on jewelry to protect porous stones.

12. Care for fashion jewelry, too
Treat it gently—plated finishes naturally wear over time, especially with regular wear.

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