Jewellery Care – Rajya Lakshmi Silver Jewellery
Jewellery is meant to be worn daily, but like fine pieces, it requires special care and conditioning. At RLJ, we use the highest-quality standards so your jewellery lasts for years. However, remember: anything other than solid gold, including silver-plated or gold-plated pieces, needs extra attention.
Follow these evergreen tips to keep your RLJ pieces looking their best year after year:
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Last on, first off – Put on jewellery after perfume, hairspray, lotion, and makeup.
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Avoid moisture – Remove pieces before swimming, showering, exercising, or cleaning.
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Wipe gently after each wear – Use a soft, lint-free cloth slightly dampened with lukewarm water—especially important for semi-precious and soft pieces.
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Clean smartly monthly – For non-porous stones and metals: use a drop of mild dish soap in warm water, a soft brush to remove buildup, rinse, and pat dry with a clean cloth BASRAA+1Pure Pearls+1Vogue+1Roma Designer Jewelry+1.
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Store separately – Use RLJ boxes or soft pouches. Avoid tangling, friction, and humidity by storing pieces individually.
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Periodic inspection – Visit a jeweler every 6–12 months to check settings, especially for stones and beads BASRAAReddit.
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Avoid heat, sunlight & chemicals – Extended exposure can tarnish metal and fade or crack stones and pearls Berkeley Nature+15AP News+15BASRAA+15.
Special Care for Pearls 🌟
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Wipe after every wear – Remove body oils, sweat, or perfumes with a soft, damp cloth Pearl Education - Pearl-Guide.com+6Pure Pearls+6SWCreations+6.
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Wear them often – Natural skin oils help maintain their luster; wearing pearls regularly is beneficial Pure Whimsy Jewelry+15Pure Pearls+15BASRAA+15.
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Never soak or use ultrasonic cleaners – Pearls are porous and sensitive to harsh chemicals or immersion Reddit+6Vogue+6Southern Living+6.
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Restring every 1–3 years – Especially if worn often; pearls should be individually knotted to prevent rubbing and stretch Pure Pearls.
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Avoid airtight storage – Pearls need some humidity; storing them in completely dry environments may cause nacre to crack. Keep a slightly damp cloth nearby in long-term storage Pearl Education - Pearl-Guide.com.
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Keep away from heat or sun – Prolonged sunlight exposure can dry and dull pearls Berkeley Nature+15Pure Pearls+15BASRAA+15.
Special Care for Semi-Precious Beads
Semi-precious gemstone beads like amethyst, garnet, turquoise, coral, or black beads each require gentle but mindful care:
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Clean gently – Use a soft cloth dipped in lukewarm water with mild dish soap. Gently brush crevices, rinse, and fully dry Vogue+2AP News+2Kotawala Jewels+2.
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Avoid soaking or ultrasonic cleaning – Porous stones like turquoise and coral can absorb water, become discolored, or crack House of OliaKotawala Jewels.
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Avoid impact and friction – Beads can chip or crack; avoid dropping or rubbing against hard surfaces BASRAAKotawala Jewels.
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Flat storage – Store necklaces or bead antiques flat to prevent thread stretching or distortion Allure.
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Limit sun exposure – Especially for dyed or treated beads, sunlight may fade colors over time BASRAAKotawala Jewels.
Additional Best Practices:
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Know your materials – Understanding whether your piece contains silver, gold-plated metal, CZ, moissanite, pearls, or gemstones helps tailor care methods appropriately AP News.
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Use anti-tarnish storage for silver pieces – Silver-plated and sterling pieces benefit from anti-tarnish paper or bags SWCreations+1Roma Designer Jewelry+1.
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Travel smart – Use compartmentalized pouches or organizers to prevent tangling or scratching; if in a pinch, a sealed plastic bag works better than tissue Pure Pearls+15AP News+15BASRAA+15.
Summary Table
Item | Recommended Care |
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General jewellery | Last on / first off; wipe after each wear; monthly gentle cleaning |
Silver or gold-plated pieces | Soft cloth cleaning; avoid soap & chemicals; anti-tarnish storage |
Pearls | Soft wipe after wear, no soaking, periodic restringing, avoid heat |
Semi-precious beads | Mild soap + brush, no soaking, avoid impact/sun/light |
Storage | Separate compartments, flat storage for beaded pieces, silk pouch or velvet box |