How often should I clean silver jewelry?

Every 2–4 weeks with a soft microfiber cloth. Deep cleaning with polishing paste - once every 2–3 months.

Can I wear jewelry in the shower?

We don't recommend it. Chlorinated water and soap accelerate silver tarnishing and can damage gemstones.

Polishing paste, baking soda bath with aluminum foil, or professional ultrasonic cleaning.

Yes, though less frequently than silver. Gentle polishing with a soft cloth and avoiding chemicals is sufficient.

Jewelry is an investment - emotional and financial. Proper care keeps your rings, earrings, and pendants looking beautiful for generations.

Sterling silver 925 naturally tarnishes when exposed to sulfur in the air. This is normal - and fully reversible. Here's how to care for it:

Daily - wipe with a soft microfiber cloth after wearing
Monthly - warm water + mild soap, gentle brush
Deep cleaning - polishing paste or bath: baking soda + aluminum foil + hot water
Rhodium plating - if silver has rhodium coating, avoid abrasive pastes - use cloth only

Gold is more durable than silver, but still needs attention. Higher karat means softer metal - and easier to scratch.

Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid chlorine (pools), perfumes, and chemicals - apply them before putting on jewelry, not after.

Different gemstones need different care. Mohs hardness is the key indicator:

Stone	Hardness	Cleaning	Avoid
Diamond	10	soap + brush, ultrasonic OK	direct impacts
Sapphire / Ruby	9	warm water + soap	sudden temperature changes
Emerald	7.5–8	damp cloth only	ultrasonics, chemicals, impacts
Opal	5.5–6.5	damp cloth, occasional moisture	dryness, heat, ultrasonics
Pearl	2.5–4.5	damp cloth after each wear	perfumes, acids, dryness

Wearing in shower / pool - chlorine and soap are enemies of silver and stones
Storing together - harder stones scratch softer metals
Toothpaste - too abrasive! Leaves micro-scratches on gold and silver
Ignoring loose settings - check quarterly whether stones are loose