fashion jewelry

Clean your sterling silver jewelry with a mild soap and water solution, allowing the water to bead up, and then patting dry with a soft cloth. For more stubborn dirt, use a jewelry cleaner designed for silver use. Store silver in a cool, dry place, preferably in a tarnish-preventive bag or wrapped in a soft piece of felt or cloth. Store pieces individually so that they don’t knock together and scratch. Do not rub silver with anything other than a polishing cloth or a fine piece of felt. Tissue paper or paper towels can cause scratches because of the fibers in these products. Make sure your silver is not exposed to air and light during storage: this can cause silver to tarnish. And don’t wear silver when working with household chemicals.
Opal, Coral, Amber and Opaque Gems
Opals require special care. Never use an ultrasonic cleaner, never use ammonia, and avoid heat and strong light, which can dry out the water in opals. Opal rings should not be worn during strenuous work or exercise: they will chip if hit with a sharp blow. Coral and amber should only be wiped clean with a moist cloth. Be careful about chemicals in hairspray, cosmetics, or perfume: they can, over time, damage organic gems. Opaque gemstones like lapis lazuli, turquoise, and malachite, require special care. Never use an ultrasonic cleaner and never use ammonia or any chemical solution. These gem materials should just be wiped clean gently with a moist cloth. Jewelry, like everything else, has a life span. Depending on its craftsmanship and the technology used, once it has lasted its lifespan, it will begin to fall apart. The smartest thing you can do is to look after your jewelry, and maintain it well so that its life can be extended. Do not just buy jewelry, but also learn to take care of it, because it is a precious possession. Keep it good looking, so that you get a compliment each time you wear it to any occasion.