Jewelry cleaning

[Bizzy]

so what mi can use fi clean gems, stones, diamonds, etc??

mi have de silver/gold cleaning solution but it nuh seem fi do nutten fi de stone dem..sometimes it look wussa dan when it went in.

mi read up pon de net an some sites say use dish washing liquid..others say that's a big no no.

what unu use clean unu stones?

would it be better fimi carry it go a jeweler?? how much dat would cost?

[23JAM00]

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I have used straight amonia (clear) for years and it cleans the stones great and brightens up the gold. Its an old remedy taught to me by my mother...but it works!

[kia027]

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ole toothbrush and ammonia for me

[evanovitch]

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i am shocked by wat i am reading...how oonoo put such harsh chemicals pon oonoo stones...dang...do u know dat plain hand lotion, any lotion is soo damaging pon u stones....mi ongle hope seh oonoo no treat oonoo pearls dis badly...

memba seh wen u a try sell u jewellery, dem look pon di stones tru di jeweller's glasses wich show all di damage oonoo do..

ah sah...use juss baking soda dissolved in water fi gently loosen dirt an clean

of course, if is pure fake tings oonoo did a chat bout, carry awn

[kia027]

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mi get ketch

[Bizzy]

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ok..so just lef it inna de bakin soda mix mek it soak...or it fi wipe down.

mi bathe, eat, swim, wash dish inna mi jewelry.. mussi ongle mi watch mi wi memba fi tek off sometimes.

[QK13]

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I always found Windex to do the trick on stones. Vinegar as well, will dissolve greasy residues. Rinse in HOT water and let dry on a towel. When I worked in Microelectronics, we used microscopes and I used to clean my jewelry under the mic... nasty stuff under them stones.

Also, try an ultrasonic cleaner. That's what Jewelers use to loosen up the ish beneath the stones.

I never clean pearls in anything. I just wipe them with a soft cloth, ocassionally rub them against your forehead, the oil from your skin is good for the lustre. Also opals are very delicate as well and need to be soaked in mineral oil regularly.

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<span style="font-family: 'Verdana'"><span style="font-weight: bold">Gemstones - Gem Care</span>
Gemstones are durable substances, still, they do need some care. Follow a few general rules and they'll last for generations still looking brand new.

Keep your jewelry clean! Rings in particular tend to collect dirt behind the stone, especially if you wear them on a regular basis. You can clean transparent gemstones by simply soaking them in water with a touch of soap. Use a soft toothbrush to scrub the stone.

Even the hardest gemstone variety can be vulnerable to breakage if it has inclusions that weaken the crystal structure. Exercise common sense: if you have a ring set with a softer gem variety or an included stone, take it off before strenuous activity.

Even the hardest gemstones like Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires can shatter with a single well-placed blow especially if they have inclusions, which weaken the crystal structure.

Think twice before putting gems in an ultrasonic cleaner. Diamonds, rubies and sapphires will be fine but many other gems may not be: when in doubt, leave it out. Diamonds, rubies and sapphires, and other single-crystal gems can be cleaned with a touch of ammonia in water to remove all films and add extra sparkle.

Never use an ultrasonic cleaner or ammonia for cleaning such opaque gemstones like lapis, turquoise, malachite or onyx. They should be wiped clean gently with a moist cloth. These gemstones can be porous and may absorb chemicals, even soap, which may build up inside the stone and discolor it.

The reason why these materials need more care than transparent gemstones is that these materials are essentially rocks, not crystals of a single mineral. Think about it: when you put a rock in water, it absorbs the water and is moist all the way through. A single crystal gem like sapphire will not absorb water: all the molecules are lined up so tightly in the crystal that there is no room for water to enter.

Opals also require special care. Never use an ultrasonic cleaner or ammonia, and avoid heat and strong light which can dry out the water in opals.

Organic gems like pearls, coral, and amber should only be wiped clean with a moist cloth. Due to their organic nature, these gems are both soft and porous. Be careful about chemicals in hairspray, cosmetics, or perfume: they can, over time, damage pearls in particular.

Store each piece of gemstone jewelry separately so that harder stones don't scratch softer ones. Almost every gemstone is much harder than the metal it is set in. Gems can scratch the finish on your gold, silver or platinum if you throw your jewelry in a heap in a drawer or jewelry box.

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[Bizzy]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Q.K</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Store each piece of gemstone jewelry separately so that harder stones don't scratch softer ones. Almost every gemstone is much harder than the metal it is set in. <span style="font-weight: bold">Gems can scratch the finish on your gold, silver or platinum if you throw your jewelry in a heap in a drawer or jewelry box.</span>
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Thanks for this quikki

[Jazz]

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as mi reach home mi strip all mi jewelry - cyaan stan feel it genst mi skin wen mi ah relax... each piece have its own box or cloth or supm...

I usually just take them to my jeweler and he cleans them for me for free... he told me that in between clenings I should just wash them under steaming hot water thats all... no solution no additives...

my pearls as Qk said I just wipe... - but I don;t wear the real ones that often and I store them in the original box they came in.

wen mi ah lotion mi hands - mi tek off mi rings.

[SandiF]

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toothpaste

[Bizzy]

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ok, mi gwaan try what unu say. de biggest ting fi me is fi start tek off de jewlry dem before mi bade,lotion, etc.

caw once mi tek dem off, mi likely to figget dem an go bout mi bizniz. LOL

[QK13]

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I used to wear a lot more of my jewelry. Particularly rings. But they drive me crazy now!! Love the look, but for some reason they bug me and I end up fiddling with them and taking them off. Only wear them for dreessy occassions usually.

On a daily I wear earrings, only 1 pair, no more studs up the side of my earlobe. Gold chain with some type of charm/bauble on it and my bracelets that I never take off except to clean.

And I am one of those ppl whose jewelry gets tossed in a pile or in a dish on the dresser.

Jazz, yuh fi wear di real pearls. Is di one piece a sinting mi always want but nevah get.... yet.

[Nanook]

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AHHH...the bane of my existence! Here is a list of jewelry care tips that I have posted on my website...

A few simple guidelines to follow:

* Following these guidelines will insure that you will be able to enjoy your jewelry for many years to come.


* It is important to remember while getting ready to wear your jewelry that you should wait to put it on after you are finished with everything else. Hair sprays, perfumes, lotions, and insect spray will damage a bead's finish.


* Do not wear your jewelry while in a swimming pool or any chlorinated water.


* Store jewelry out of direct sunlight as some stones may fade.


* Keep jewelry away from small children. Tugging could cause it to break and it is possible that this could cause a choking hazard.


* Plain water and a mild soap with complete rinsing followed by wiping completely with a soft cloth is preferable to clean your jewelry and make sure it is thoroughly dry before putting it away.


* Never clean pearls and gemstones with an ultra-sonic jewelry cleaner as it will ruin the finish.


* Storing your jewelry in the jewel box provided and also a plastic baggie will help keep naturally occurring tarnish at bay.


* Never wear your jewelry to bed or swimming or in the shower no matter how much you love it and don't want to take it off. Soap is abrasive to threads and will shorten the life of your jewelry.

[missus_vegas]

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or u could go to the jewelry counter in di mall and ask dem fi do it. most will do it for free especially wen tings slow.

[sistactry]

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Bizi, try windex, i it me use~ put some into a dish, and use the brush from the silver/gold cleaner bottle and u gone clear~