Thursday, August 1, 2013

The Right Way To Care For Your Beautiful Jewelry

The Right Way To Care For Your Beautiful Jewelry

By Herbert T. Bumpus


You may feel passionate about jewelery, if it is yours or a loved one's. Given that there is a diverse array of jewelry on the market, and each involves special tips for care and wearing, it is helpful to have a bit of information. The tips provided here will help you gain valuable knowledge that you can apply as needed.

Be cautious about your jewelry storage. Precious metals and certain gemstones will tarnish if they are exposed to humidity, so keep the away from this. Don't just put them in one huge, unorganized pile. This can damage the finer and more fragile pieces, and items like necklaces can entangle with each other and other pieces into a big mess.

Identify the kind of stone in every piece you consider. A stone may be natural, synthetic or imitation. Imitation gems are basically plastic that is colored, while synthetic and natural are real. Natural stones are dug up out of the ground and synthetic ones are grown in a lab.

When purchasing jewels, you should understand which type of stone you are getting. You have three options as far as the type of gem: natural, imitation and synthetic. Imitation gems are basically plastic that is colored, while synthetic and natural are real. Natural comes from the ground, while synthetic ones are created in a lab.

Check to see if your jeweler offers an insurance policy before purchasing an item. These policies dictate whether or not the jeweler will replace or fix your item of jewelry if it is damaged. You can even find insurance on jewelry pieces that were stolen or misplaced.

Do your research before settling on one diamond. Take a very close look at the piece you like, and then make the comparison to any others on your favorites list. There are many ways to make a diamond look better than it really is.

Selling jewelry online requires you to capture stunning images of the piece. This is important to do because when someone purchases something online, they don't have it in front of them to feel and touch. Make sure that the pictures focus specifically on the piece of jewelry with a background that enhances its beauty.

Do some research on the best way to clean your particular piece of jewelry. Different metals, stones, and settings have different needs to ensure proper maintenance. Not all jewelry should be cared for in the same way. If you're not sure of how to properly care for your jewelry, seek advice from a reputable jeweler.

Take stones into consideration when you go to purchase new jewelry. Choose pieces that have stones which express your personality and those that make you feel great when you wear them. Your best bet is to choose a natural color to match any outfit. Buying something that does not work with multiple outfits is pointless.

Consider unique pieces of jewelry for unique individuals. Besides affection and admiration, an ideal jewelry gift expresses creativity and thoughtfulness. A custom-made piece selected to suit the recipient's personality is an excellent way for you to demonstrate these feelings.

If you are buying jewelry for someone who values her individuality, find a one-of-a-kind piece or commission a piece designed specifically for her. Pieces that match their personality will highlight your thoughtfulness and creativity, especially since you care for them enough to purchase jewelry for them.

Both types of saunas, dry and steam, should be avoided when wearing jewelry. The high temperatures and damp environment can corrode the surface of your jewelry and cause long-term damage to the piece.

Find some robe hooks and use those to keep all of your necklaces from getting tangled. The small hooks can be hung just about anywhere and will allow you to neatly organize and display your necklaces. Hanging your necklaces will keep them looking nice, keep them from becoming tangled together and can work as a beautiful display as well.

Well, it's easy when you know how. This article has just touched on a few of things that you should know about this very rewarding hobby. There is much to learn, but at least you've now got a few good ideas to put to work.




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