Gemstone jewelry is like all jewelry in that it needs to be cleaned to maintain its good looks. The good news is that most of the gemstones are very durable but even the toughest ones require some care. By following a few simple tips they will last forever while looking brand new.
A little preventive care goes a long way. Rings in particular tend to accumulate behind the gemstone especially if worn on a regular basis. Try to avoid situations where you know your ring will get dirty. Take it off if you have to in order to save yourself time cleaning it later. When they do get dirty and need to be cleaned, you can soak transparent gemstones in water with a little soap. Buy a cheap, soft toothbrush to use to scrub with. This will eliminate most if not all of the dirt and debris.
A home ultrasonic cleaner should only be used if you have experience with one and even then with extreme caution. Ruby, sapphire, diamond, iolite, garnets, and citrine can all be cleaned with one. Gems like emerald, pink tourmaline, pearls, and turquoise may be damaged while using one. If you have any doubts, you should not use one.
You should also store each piece individually. When stored together they may scratch each other or the metals. Pay extra care when traveling and avoid creating a knot of jewelry by wrapping each piece individually or keeping it in its own compartment.
Following these couple steps will go a long way in ensuring your gemstone jewelry looks great and lasts forever.
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