Jewelry is the perfect gift for just about any occasion to show someone how much you care for, and appreciate them. People will love any piece of jewelry you give them for years to come. This article can teach you more about jewelry, no matter if it’s a gift for someone else or yourself.
Get a polishing cloth for your jewelery. This is an easy way to get shine without chemicals and solvents. It’s easy, just use the dual-sided cloth to wipe down your jewelry, just as you would polish a beautiful glass. The first side is designed to polish, while the other is for adding shine.
Try to avoid cleaning it with harsh chemicals like ammonia or turpentine. Doing so can destroy enamel finishes, while clouding stones and crystals.
When you buy jewelry, it should last the rest of your life. Choose reputable jewelry dealers when considering your next jewelry purchase. Quality jewelry will be constructed to last, and show a fine attention to detail. The person selling the piece should know its history, including who made it and the source of the stones. A quality item of jewelry will last a lifetime or more, so take the time to do your research.
Bring a magnet when shopping for sterling silver jewelery. Take the magnet with you to find fake pieces of jewelery, sterling silver will not stick to the magnet. True sterling sliver always has some sort of hallmark stamp on it, such as .925, sterling or ster. If the piece is not hallmarked in any way, be leery of its authenticity because oftentimes it is a sign of a fake.
When buying a new piece of jewelry, be sure to check on the current fashion trends. Getting a nice piece of jewelry is good, but getting it at a discount is even better.
Well, it’s easy when you know how. This article has just touched on a few of things that you should know about this very rewarding hobby. There is much to learn, but at least you’ve now got a few good ideas to put to work.
