We know how much you adore your silver jewelry with fancy gemstones. In this guide, we're going to give you tips on how to care for your silver jewelry with different gemstones - Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Topaz, and Amethyst. We have already covered how you should care for you Amona Jewellery.
It is important to mention that each gemstone has its own specific care requirements. Here are some additional special care tips for each of the gemstones mentioned:
Ruby
- Ruby is a relatively hard gemstone, but it still requires careful handling.
- Avoid exposing your ruby silver jewelry to harsh chemicals, such as household cleaners or bleach, as they can damage the gemstone.
- Remove your ruby jewelry before engaging in physical activities, including sports or household chores, to prevent accidental damage.
- Clean your ruby silver jewelry gently using a soft cloth or follow the rules that are provided in this guide. Avoid using ultrasonic cleaners as they may damage or loosen the setting of your ruby jewelry.
- Store your ruby jewelry in a fabric-lined jewelry box like the one that we provide or a soft pouch to prevent scratching or rubbing against other jewelry pieces. Do not store it with other jewellery. While ruby is generally durable, they can still chip or scratch upon impact with hard surfaces like harder gemstones.
- Avoid exposing rubies to excessive heat or rapid temperature changes, as they can cause fractures or color changes.
Emerald
- Emeralds are relatively soft gemstones, making them more susceptible to damage.
- Avoid wearing emerald silver jewelry when performing activities that may expose it to impact or abrasion.
- Keep emerald jewelry away from harsh chemicals, including household cleaners, as they can cause damage or discoloration.
- Clean your emerald silver jewelry gently using a soft cloth or follow the rules that are provided in this guide.
- Store emerald jewelry separately from other jewelry items to prevent scratches. While emeralds are generally durable, they can still chip or scratch upon impact with hard surfaces like harder gemstones.
- Avoid exposing emeralds to prolonged periods of sunlight, as it can cause fading or discoloration.
Sapphire
- Sapphire is a durable gemstone but still requires proper care to maintain its beauty.
- Avoid exposing your sapphire silver jewelry to extreme temperature changes or sudden impacts.
- Clean your sapphire silver jewelry gently using a soft cloth or follow the rules that are provided in this guide.
- Store sapphire jewelry in a separate compartment or pouch to prevent scratching or rubbing against other pieces. While sapphires are generally durable, they can still chip or scratch upon impact with hard surfaces like harder gemstones.
Topaz
- Topaz is a relatively hard gemstone but can still be susceptible to scratches and damage.
- Remove topaz jewelry before engaging in physical activities or using household chemicals to prevent accidental damage.
- Clean topaz silver jewelry using a soft cloth or follow the rules that are provided in this guide.
- Store topaz jewelry separately from other pieces to avoid scratching.
- Some topaz varieties, such as blue topaz, can fade over time when exposed to sunlight. The topaz color is generally stable to light, but prolonged exposure to heat or sunlight might cause fading. It's advisable to store them in a cool, dark place when not being worn.
- Topaz can also be sensitive to thermal shock, so avoid exposing it to sudden temperature changes or extreme heat.
Amethyst
- Amethyst is a durable gemstone but can still be vulnerable to damage if not properly cared for.
- Remove amethyst jewelry before engaging in physical activities or using harsh chemicals.
- Clean amethyst silver jewelry using a soft cloth or follow the rules that are provided in this guide.
- Store amethyst jewelry away from other jewelry items to prevent scratching. Consider using a fabric-lined box as the one that we provide, or individual pouches.
- Amethyst can lose its vibrant purple color when exposed to prolonged sunlight. Store it in a location away from direct sunlight.
- Avoid exposing amethyst to high temperatures or sudden temperature changes, as it can cause thermal shock and damage the gemstone.
In general, it's always recommended to remove your gemstone silver jewelry before engaging in activities that may subject them to potential damage or exposure to chemicals. Regularly clean and inspect your jewelry to ensure its longevity and beauty.