Jewelry Care
If your piece contains silver, remember it is sterling and can tarnish. Tarnishing is a natural process caused by oxidation, and does not damage the silver. Tarnish can easily be removed by rubbing the piece gently with a soft, treated polishing cloth. Polishing cloths may be purchased from your local jewelry store. Many department stores also sell disposable polishing cloths. After polishing, rinse the jewelry with warm water and pat dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use tarnish-removing dips (or creams) on pieces that have decorative oxidation. For example, Bali silver beads have oxidation in the grooves. Using dips may remove the tarnish that gives your piece dimension. Never use silver cleaners on pearls as they may lose their luster. In addition, you should avoid wearing your jewelry while swimming, doing dishes, cleaning with chemicals, or anything else where the jewelry would come into contact with abrasive soaps or chemicals. |
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