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How Do I Care For Antique Jewelry?
Home » Antiques » Caring for Antiques » How Do I Care For Antique Jewelry?Jewelry can be made from many materials and with many techniques. Because of this, cleaning jewelry should be approached cautiously. Start with gentle, simple brushing with a soft, clean, small paintbrush.
Precious stones can become dirty and a slightly more aggressive cleaning may be needed. It is important first to check that settings are secure. Some pieces can be set with glue and these should not be cleaned with any liquid as it might loosen the setting.
One of the chief causes of 'dirty' stones is hard water. This leaves a chalky residue. If you live in an area of hard water, clean with distilled water and a small amount of diluted washing-up liquid. Use a small, soft and clean paintbrush. Dry thoroughly with a lint-free cloth.
Make sure you do your cleaning in an area where you could easily recover any piece that becomes detached.
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