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JEWELRY CARE
See
Lynn's tips below for keeping your jewelry and
gemstones bright.
-Sunshine
Polishing Cloth-Contains special no-scratch micro particles to
clean and polish both silver and gold. Our most popular rouge cloth. Lasts a
long time. Do not wash out the imbedded polishing rouge.
$3.75
SILVER BLUE CLEANER:
Instantly removes tarnish,
brightens Silver and leaves an anti-tarnish shield. Contains thiourea, a
slightly caustic cleaner. This is a quick dip product, do NOT allow your
jewelry to remain in this cleaner for more than 10 seconds. Then rinse with
hot water and dry completely. Good for removing tarnish on complex silver pieces that
cannot be cleaned with above products. Do Not use on any jewelry containing
pearls or opals. Recommend further storage in sealed bag
with 3M Tarni-Shield™ Strips below.
16FL. oz
- $8.50
3M
Tarni-Shield™
Strips
Keep stored sterling silver items sparkling and
tarnish-free! Use with boxed or bagged jewelry in transit or storage. Safe for
use with silver, nickel, copper, bronze, brass, tin and gold. Last up to
six months (up to one year in a sealed environment). Put strips in jewelry box
or zip-lock plastic bag with your jewelry.
10pcs Size: 2" x 5" in Ziplock bag-$3.75
Professional Ultrasonic Cleaner-35
watts of true ultrasonic transducer vibration loosens dirt and removes hard to clean caked
up cosmetics that dull jewelry. 42,000 cycle energy wave, quiet solid state
circuitry, 3 minutes auto shut off. The best way to insure gemstones shine like
new. (Not recommended for opals or soft stones).
Now only $45 to brighten your gemstones
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To achieve the best cleaning,
especially when attempting to remove hardened cosmetic residues, invest in a
Professional Ultrasonic Cleaner.
True ultrasonic cleaners vibrate the dirt molecules at such high frequencies that
they are literally blown apart. Only an ultrasonic can remove hardened oils and
dirt from the inner recesses of a setting. When using any cleaning solution, heating
it up hot to the touch in a microwave, will help dissolve the
dirt residues more rapidly. But do not heat any cleaning solution to boiling. In
between clean-ups, polish with a rouge chamois such as the
Sunshine Polishing Cloth.
An ultrasonic cleaner
should be used with caution. It can be used to clean Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond,
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnets, Topaz, Blue Zircon, CZ, man-made gems and unadorned
gold jewelry but it may damage soft gems like Emerald, Tourmaline, (some) Peridot,
Pearls, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, and any gem that has many inclusions.
Caring for Your Jewelry
1. The best way to clean your
gemstone jewelry is in a
bowl of hot water with a few drops of ordinary dish detergent.
Using an old toothbrush or other soft brush, scrub gently behind the stone where
dust and soap can collect. If the dirt has caked or hardened under the stone you
may have to soak the setting for awhile and then scrub again. Then rinse and dry with a soft cloth.
2. Remove your jewelry before
vigorous activities. All gemstones though usually hard, are brittle and
can chip if hit against a hard surface. So take precautions, such as removing
jewelry when doing heavy work. (Even a diamond can chip if hit the right way.)
Every day household items can ruin your gemstone jewelry. Don’t expose your gems
to the chemicals in cleaning products, hair care products, fragrances and
cosmetics.
3. When getting dressed, put
your jewelry on last.
Remove your jewelry before showering or cleaning. Soap can leave a
sparkle-dimming film. Similarly, do not wear jewelry when applying makeup and
face/body powder, as they can dull its shine.
Always apply makeup and hair
spray BEFORE you put your jewelry on. Wash and dry your hands before handling
your jewelry to avoid smudging the gemstones with the natural oils in your
fingers.
At the end of the day, take your
jewelry off first.
4. When traveling or
storing your jewelry, be careful to wrap your jewelry in soft cloth or gem
papers so the stones do not clank together with the possibility of chipping or
scratching the polished surface of your jewelry. Store the jewelry inside a
secure crushproof container when traveling. Have us check for
loose settings and professionally clean your jewelry as well. If your jewelry is ever
damaged, such as a prong bent, a ring kinked out of round, a lever hinge loose,
please return it to us for repair as per our
service guarantee. We are always happy to buff to a high sheen and
clean your jewelry as a courtesy to our customers, charging only for shipping.
"Care and Wear" Gemstones
Matrix
Follow Lynn's tips for
keeping your jewelry bright and your gems will always shine like new.
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Alexandrite
Alexandrite is
rated “excellent” for everyday wear. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
Emerald
Emerald is
rated “fair to good” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat,
contact with chemicals, and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean,
gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm
water. |
Peridot
Peridot is
rated “fair” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat and sudden
changes in temperature. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
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Amethyst
Amethyst is
rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to heat which
may cause color to fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean
in an at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Garnet
Garnet is rated
“good” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat and sudden changes in
temperature. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of
mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit.
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Quartz, Smoky
Smoky Quartz is
rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to heat which
may cause color to fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean
in an at-home ultrasonic unit. |
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Ametrine
Ametrine is
rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to heat which
may cause color to fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of
mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit.
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Iolite
Iolite is rated
“fair” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with
chemicals, and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.
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Ruby
Rubies are
rated “excellent” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat and contact with
chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild
dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit. |
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Aquamarine
Aquamarine is
rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals,
and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
Jade -
Nephrite
Jade is rated
“fair” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with
chemicals, and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean
in an at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Sapphire
Sapphires are
rated “excellent” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat and contact with
chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild
dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit. |
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Bloodstone
Bloodstone is
rated “fair” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals,
and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an
at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Lapis
Lapis is rated
“fair” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with
chemicals, and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.
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Tanzanite
Tanzanite is
not for everyday wear, and one should take care when wearing. Avoid exposure to
heat and sudden changes in temperature. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean,
gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm
water. |
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Cameo
Cameos are
quite fragile and are not for everyday wear and special care should be taken
wearing. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals, and protect from
scratches and harsh blows. To clean, wipe gently with a moist cloth.
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Marcasite
Marcasite is
rated “fair” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat and protect
from scratches and harsh blows. Typically, the surface will oxidize over time.
To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap
and warm water. |
Tiger's Eye
Tiger’s Eye is
rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat and sudden changes in
temperature. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an
at-home ultrasonic unit. |
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Carnelian
Carnelian is
rated “fair” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals,
and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an
at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Moonstone
Moonstone is
rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals,
and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
Topaz,
Precious
Precious Topaz
is rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to heat
which may cause color to fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently
scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.
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Chalcedony -
Blue and Lavender
Chalcedony is
rated “fair” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals,
and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an
at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Onyx
Onyx is rated
“fair” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals, and
protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an
at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Topaz, Blue
and White
Blue and White
Topaz is rated “fair to good” for everyday wear with care. Avoid direct sunlight
and exposure to heat which may cause color to fade. Avoid contact with
chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild
dish soap and warm water. |
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Chrysoprase
Chrysoprase is
rated “fair” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals,
and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an
at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Opal
Take care when
wearing Opal. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals, and protect from
scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a
solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
Topaz,
Diffused
Diffused Topaz
is rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid contact with chemicals. Re-cutting is
not
recommended. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of
mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit.
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Citrine
Citrine is
rated “good” for everyday wear. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to heat which
may cause color to fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean
in an at-home ultrasonic unit. |
Opal, Mexican
Fire
Take care when
wearing Fire Opal. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with chemicals, and protect
from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush
and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
Tourmaline
Tourmaline is
rated “fair to good” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat and
protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
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Coral
Coral is not
for everyday wear, and one should take care when wearing. Avoid exposure to
heat, contact with chemicals, and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To
clean, wipe gently with a moist cloth. |
Pearl
Pearls are not
for everyday wear, and one should take care when wearing. Avoid exposure to heat
and protect from scratches and harsh blows. Avoid contact with chemicals,
especially perfumes, perspiration and hair sprays. To clean, wipe gently with a
moist cloth. |
Turquoise
Turquoise is
rated “fair” for everyday wear with care. Avoid exposure to heat, contact with
chemicals, and protect from scratches and harsh blows. To clean, gently scrub
with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.
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Diamond
Very hard
but it can chip or crack by harsh blow against hard object. Impervious to heat,
chemicals, and sun, it is very easy to clean in an ultrasonic to restore
brilliance marred by dirt or cosmetic film. |
Zircon, Blue
Blue Zircon is
rated “fair” for everyday wear with care. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to
heat which may cause color to fade. To clean, gently scrub with a soft
toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. |
CZ and
most other man-made stonesVery hard
but it can chip or crack by harsh blow against hard object. Impervious to heat,
chemicals, and sun, it is very easy to clean in an ultrasonic to restore
brilliance marred by dirt or cosmetic film.
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