No matter why you are buying your jewelry, whether for yourself or as a gift, it is important to know the proper way to care for jewelry as well as buy and sell it responsibly. This article offers some basic guidelines for preserving the appearance and value of your jewelry.

The use of polishing cloths are helpful in cleaning your jewelry. A polishing cloth is a very gentle way to get a good shine on all your pieces. Use the dual-sided cloth to gently buff your jewelry as you would a delicate glass. Use the polishing side first and, then the other side to make your jewelry shine.

Don’t clean your jewelry in harsh household chemicals like ammonia, bleach or turpentine. This can dull your stones and eat away their enamel.

Precious Metals

Jewelry should be stored in an air-tight and humid free area. To protect your jewelry it is …