GOLD JEWELLERY CARE
Most of the jewellery is made of Gold. It also comes in various Karats but the procedure to clean it remains the same.

• Remove all gold jewellery before showering or cleaning. Soap can cause a film to form on gold jewellery, making it appear dull and dingy.
• To clean your jewellery at home, you'll find many commercial cleaners available. You will also find a soft chamois cloth. Ask your jeweller to recommend both of these items for you.
• Avoid chlorine!!! Chlorine, especially at high temperatures, can permanently damage or discolour your gold jewellery. Do not wear gold jewellery while using chlorine bleach or while in a pool or hot tub.
• You can remove tarnish by using soap and water mixed with a few drops of ammonia. Carefully brush with a soft bristle brush. After the brushing, simply rinse with lukewarm water and allow drying. Consult with your jeweller for more information.
• Grease can be removed from gold jewellery by dipping the jewellery into plain rubbing alcohol. Again, check with your jeweller about coloured gemstone pieces.

PLATINUM CARE
Platinum, the most durable metal, not easily tarnishes and discolour due to chlorine and other chemicals. However, despite its durability, platinum jewellery needs proper care.

• Platinum jewellery can be cleaned the same way you can other fine jewellery. Prepackage Jewellery Cleaner is also available or give it to your jeweller for professional cleaning. A professional cleaning every six months will keep your platinum jewellery in great shape.
• Store your platinum jewellery separately and with care, not allowing pieces to touch each other because even platinum can be scratched.
• If your platinum is set with diamonds or other precious stones, be especially careful, as these materials can be more susceptible to damage

DIAMOND CARE
A diamond is the hardest substance known to man. Although your diamond is incredibly durable, a strong blow to an edge can still chip it. Never wear your diamond while doing rough work.

Chlorine can damage and discolour your diamond jewellery. Keep your diamond away from chlorine bleach or other household chemicals. You should also remove your diamond jewellery before entering a chlorinated pool or hot tub.

Clean your diamonds regularly using commercial jewellery cleaner, a mix of ammonia and water, or a mild detergent. Dip the jewellery into the solution and use a soft brush to wipe dust or dirt from under the setting.

Avoid touching your clean diamonds with your fingers. Handle clean jewellery by its edges.

COLOURED GEMSTONE CARE
There are some general care and cleaning rules that apply to all coloured gemstone jewellery.

• After wearing, wipe your precious gemstone jewellery thoroughly with a clean soft, slightly damp cloth. This will enhance the gemstone's luster and ensure that your jewellery is clean before storage.
• Store gemstone pieces individually in soft pouches, which will be given by your jeweller.
• 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 jewellery to become dull. Wear jewellery after applying cosmetics.
• Do not subject gemstone jewellery to sudden temperature changes.
• If you have an active lifestyle take extra precautions with some types of gemstone jewellery. 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 jeweller for the best cleaning procedure for your particular gemstone jewellery. Your jeweller is also a good source for any information on coloured gemstones.

CULTURED PEARL CARE

• Use of Pearls Jewellery before any cosmetic is not advisable. Wipe it with soft damp cloth after usage.
• You can also wash your pearl jewellery with mild soap and water but avoid chemicals or any kind solvent. These substances can damage your pearls.
• Do not toss your pearl jewellery carelessly into a purse, bag or jewel box.
• A pearl's surface is soft and can be scratched by hard metal edges or by harder gemstones of other jewellery pieces.
  

RINGS:
If worn regularly, needs a periodic cleaning to remove the film caused by cosmetics, soap, and skin oil. Diamonds, for example, have an affinity for grease and literally collect oils in dishwater. Remove rings before routine household chores and clean rings regularly.

Gold is a soft metal; any contact with another hard substance can make its luster dull. Always store your jewellery safely. Wrap it in soft cloth, so it does not scratch or tangle.

There is no harm in wearing jewellery while having a bath but it leaves your gold dull due to the thing film because of ordinary soap and water. It is advisable to keep your jewellery away from make-ups, moisture perfumes, hair spray etc. Wash your hands and after completing your make-up and then put on your jewellery.

"Prongs" which holds the diamond in all kind of jewellery are very small in size. Due to this any heavy physical work, which may lead to contact with any hard substance, can make your diamonds come off. So it is advisable not to wear your jewellery while doing housework or any abrasive object could damage its surface.

Activity that might subject a gemstone to sharp blows such as gardening, working with hand tools, or playing sports may also damages a gemstone. Diamonds are also susceptible to damage from an impact, which might cause them to chip or crack. Put jewellery on after you apply hair spray or cosmetics. Chemicals present in either may cause damage, especially to cultured pearls. Wipe your pearls with a soft flannel cloth after each wearing to remove your skin's oils and salts.

HOME JEWELLERY CLEANER

• A home solution of one part mild detergent, one part household ammonia, and three parts water is also effective for many jewellery cleaning needs. Dry the jewellery with a lint-free towel.
• This method of cleaning is especially desirable for alexandrite, amethyst, andalusite, aquamarine, citrine, diamond, garnet, iolite, moonstone, ruby, sapphire, spinel, tanzanite, topaz, tourmaline, and zircon.
  
  

HOME ULTRASONIC CLEANER
Home ultrasonic cleaners are best used for karat gold jewellery without gemstones. The ultrasonic may also be suitable for some diamond-set jewellery. Intensive vibrations may loosen stones, so a professional annual cleaning and security check is important. DO NOT use the home ultrasonic for amber, coral, emerald, kunzite, lapis lazuli, opal, pearl, ruby, turquoise, or tanzanite.

PROTECTION
We recommend that your fine jewellery be examined and cleaned once every 6 months.

STORAGE

• Protect your jewellery when it is not being worn by separating it from other jewellery, using a separate compartment in your jewellery box. Gems and gem quality items, improperly stored, can damage each other. Diamonds, for example, may scratch rubies, sapphires, or emeralds, and other certain situations, each other. To be on the safe side, be sure that gemstones and jewellery do not touch.
• Because of their softness, cultured pearls need special care. Clean and dry them prior to storing your pearls in a special chamois pouch safe from potential harm.
  

WEAR

• Rings worn should be periodically cleaned to remove the film caused by the use of soap, cosmetics, hair spray etc. Remove rings before routine household chores and clean rings regularly. Activity which might subject a gemstone to sharp blows-such as gardening, working with hand tools, or playing sports-may also damage a gemstone.
• Diamonds are also susceptible to damage from an impact, which might cause them to chip or crack.
• Put jewellery on after you apply hair spray or cosmetics.

CLEANING
In most cases, routine home care of your fine jewellery supplemented with periodic care means a lifetime of pleasurable wear. Regular cleaning of your gemstones keeps them shining and beautiful.

SOAP AND WATER :
A mild soap and water solution used with a soft brush is effective for many home jewellery care needs. Even the mild chemicals of commercial jewellery cleaning products may damage certain gems. Although soap and water is the best choice for most gems and jewellery, do not use soap and water with amber, coral, emerald, jade, kunzite, lapis lazuli, opal, pearl, or turquoise. Never use anything abrasive such as toothpaste to clean your jewellery.