Whatever your jewelry situation is, the jewelry world can get confusing. Without being given the necessary information, it can be hard to know where to start. This article outlines many useful hints you can use to be more educated about jewelry.
To keep your jewelry looking attractive, polish it regularly using a cloth made especially for this purpose. This is a fairly simple way to achieve shine without dealing with solvents and chemicals. You just have to polish each piece the same as you would polish glass using the two-sided cloth. Use the polishing side first and, then the other side to make your jewelry shine.
Store your jewelry collection carefully. It’s better to keep pieces separate by using boxes, holders, hooks and other containers. Throwing the jewelry together into the jewelry box is a no-no. Fragile jewelry could easily be damaged by doing this, not to mention the nuisance of having to untangle necklace chains that could get caught together.
Don’t keep your jewelry in open air or someplace with a lot of humidity. A drawstring bag or closed box offers the best protection from moisture in the air. Certain metals begin to tarnish when exposed to humidity. You can restore the precious metals back to their former glory, but plated jewelry is different. Trying to polish those pieces can reveal the non-precious metals underneath, such as copper.
Having a good eye to catch the details, and a magnet, are key when you are considering the purchase of any type of sterling silver jewelry. Magnets attract non-precious metals, and you can use this fact to detect fakes. Sterling silver will always be hallmarked with a stamp such as .925, ster. or sterling. If the item has no markings indicating its authenticity, then be wary.
Keep your jewelry from tarnishing as best as you can. Don’t take your jewelry into the water, regardless of whether you are showering or hitting the beach. Exposure can result in tarnishing, rusting or dulling of different metals. If you want to give your jewelry a measure of protection from this element, coat it thinly with clear nail polish.
Now you see the wide and splendid array of jewelry that has been created. But, with thorough and comprehensive investigation, you can be confident that you are buying and taking care of quality pieces. Welcome to the exciting and dazzling world of beautiful jewelry! As you begin your journey, these tips can act as guideposts.
