Jewelry Care Guide
CARE GUIDE
OPAL CARE
We use fine Ethiopian Opals in our jewelry. Opals are brittle stones, approximately as hard as glass. They should be worn with special attention, as they are extremely susceptible to damage if worn all the time. Ethiopian opals should not get wet or be exposed to excessive heat or extreme changes in temperature, and should be stored in cool, dry areas in an air-tight bag or cloth. Take these pieces off when washing hands, showering, using soaps or lotions, and during exercise. For cleaning, we recommend using a soft linen cloth to polish the stones.
PEARL CARE
Pearls are extremely fragile, and because of this, are both set and glued into their settings. They should be worn with special attention, as they are susceptible to damage if worn all the time. Pearl jewelry should not be worn under hot water (they can lose their luster). Pearls should not be exposed to excessive heat, and should be stored in cool, dry areas in a cloth or air tight bag. Take these pieces off when washing hands, showering, using soaps or lotions, and during exercise. If hit with any force, the pearls can break in their setting or become loose. It is not unusual to have to replace chipped, cracked, or missing pearls throughout the lifetime of the jewelry. For cleaning, we recommend using a soft linen cloth to polish the stones.
TURQUOISE CARE
Turquoise is a soft porous stone, and can be susceptible to damage, depending on the lifestyle of the wearer. The natural turquoise we use may change color over time -- the amount of color change depends on the wearer and things like the amount of sunlight, heat exposure, if you are washing your hands with the jewelry on, and the type of soap you are using, and even the body chemistry of the wearer. Improper care can cause the color change of turquoise to happen more quickly. Because of the soft porosity of the stone, they are both set and glued into their settings. Turquoise jewelry should be worn with special attention, as it is susceptible to damage if worn improperly. It should not be worn under hot water, worn when cleaning or using soaps (even some hand soap), be exposed to excessive heat, and should be stored in cool, dry areas in tissue or a cloth. Take these pieces off when washing hands, showering, using soaps or lotions, and during exercise. It is not unusual to have to replace chipped, cracked, or missing turquoise throughout the lifetime of the jewelry. For cleaning, we recommend using a soft linen cloth to polish the stones.
MOISSANITE & LABORATORY GROWN DIAMOND CARE
One of the advantages of Moissanite or lab-grown diamonds over natural diamonds or any diamond alternative available is that it does not have the same affinity towards grease and oil. That being said, it is still a good idea to clean your jewelry about once a month to keep them sparkling as brilliantly as possible. We recommend cleaning your natural diamond alternatives with warm water, a soft toothbrush, and dish soap. Gently scrub the top and underside of the diamonds with the brush, and rinse with water to remove residue over time. If you are planning on steam cleaning or using an ultrasonic cleaner, we highly recommend checking for loose stones prior to use. Like any fine piece of jewelry, we recommend taking off for strenuous exercise, or any activities in which you may be excessively using your hands.
GEMSTONE CARE
We use many precious and semi-precious gemstones in our ready to wear designs as well as our custom jewelry. Each stone is unique and requires specific care processes. To help you understand more precisely we have attached a carousel of informative charts created by the leaders in diamonds and gemstone grading, GIA. These charts give you the best information on how to properly care for your stones. See charts below for details.