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Pearls should be treated with the utmost of care to ensure many years of enjoyment. Do not immerse gemstones in water or jewelry cleaning machines, as this can cause damage to some stones. It is best to gently wipe with a clean, dry or slightly moistened (non-abrasive) cloth. When wearing pearls, avoid exposure to excessive moisture, hairspray & hard surfaces as all of these can damage pearls.

When putting jewelry on, avoid doing so over or near hard surfaces, gemstones can chip and break if dropped or knocked against hard surfaces. It is best to put gemstone jewelry on while standing on a carpeted surface or sitting on a bed.

Chemicals found in everyday substances like hairspray, lotions, perfumes, or other cosmetics can damage the nacre of your dazzling pearl jewelry and can corrode the alloys in that shiny setting.

Light and heat can affect a colored gemstone’s durability and color. It also can fade and weaken some gemstones, such as shell pearl jewelry, amethyst, kunzite, topaz and pink conch-shell cameos. Pearls and other delicate materials, like ivory, will bleach under extreme exposure to light. Other gems, especially amber, can darken over time when exposed to too much light. So keep pearls away from excessive heat or sun as these elements can be damaging. Opals should be lightly wiped with mineral oil to keep the stones from drying out & cracking.

Pearls can easily be scratched. Experts suggest that using an unused makeup brush and warm, soapy water. Lay the pearls on a towel to dry. The wet string can stretch and attract dirt so don’t touch a string of pearls until they are completely dry. Pearls worn every few days should be restrung once a year.

Besides, The efficient way to clean pearls is to soak them in warm water and a mild detergent such as Ivory soap. The best way to distinguish between a natural or cultured pearl and an imitation pearl without sending them to a GIA Lab for X-ray is to use the “tooth test”. Rub a pearl on the edge of your teeth. If it feels smooth , the pearl is probably imitation. If the pearl feels rough or gritty, it is probably natural or cultured.

Pearls jewelry should never be tossed into a drawer or on top of a dresser — that’s a recipe for scratches and fractured gems. Most jewelry pieces come in a box or pouch from the store, which is a perfect place to keep them.