Friday, February 10, 2012

How to Take Care of Loose Gemstones?

By Lino Katan


A wide range of gems are available with different vivid and exciting colours. If they become tarnished or lose colours, it's likely that they're going to lose their price. Hence, it's necessary for you to take proper care of them to retain the brilliance and beauty of loose gems. To maintain the vigor and value of gemstones, they need regular cleaning. Depending upon the characteristics, color and texture of the stones, different cleaning techniques are used. Let's take a look at some of the tips for cleaning loose gemstones.

Gems differ in shape, size, toughness and many other features. Storing all the gemstones in exact same place might not be a brilliant idea. Soft gems may become rough or scratched if they come in contact with the harder ones. Therefore, it's a smart move to store your gems in different boxes. Ahead of storing the gemstones, don't forget to clean the gemstones utilizing the soft and clean cloth. After cleaning them one by one, get them dried before storing them in the jewelry box. Keep the gems away from sprays, scents and chemicals. To get rid of dirt you may use soap but never ever rub the stones for longer period.

Gemstones lose their characteristics like colour if they are exposed to high temperatures. Maintain constant temperature of the place where you store your gems. Remember to remove your gemstone jewelry before doing any strenuous activities. Always keep them away from abrasive materials to avoid cracks, marks and scratches. Remember to take off your jewelry before swimming or taking a shower. Use pouches, velvet cases or material bags to store your jewelry.

You can clean the gemstones using soft toothbrushes. Gem like diamond can be cleaned employing a detergent. However, it is not proper to use household cleaner with certain gemstones. Ruby, amethyst, garnet, aquamarine and pearl fall under this category. Except for opal and emerald, ultrasonic cleaners may be employed. A mild soapy solution may be employed to wash sturdy and durable stones, while the brittle ones should be cleaned with a soft moist material.

Take proper care of your gemstones on a regular basis to maintain their brilliancy and avoid scratches. Select a dry and cool place to store them and don't forget to clean them regularly.




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