How do I restore the shine to my vintage jewelry?

Whether worn daily or from time to time, jewelry vintage are precious parts that require specific maintenance. 

Precautions to take

Wear your jewelry regularly

The more you wear your jewelry, the less maintenance it requires! Although it may seem paradoxical, wearing your jewelry regularly slows down the natural oxidation process, whether it is gold or silver. silver. 

What to avoid

Precious metals and natural stones are very durable, but they are sensitive to their environment. It is recommended to remove your jewelry before any activity that could damage it, such as sports, swimming pool, beach, cleaning, gardening and DIY.

Be careful of impacts, as they can cause more or less deep marks and scratches. In addition, if you wear or store several pieces of jewelry in contact with each other, they risk scratching or catching together.

To prevent natural oxidation, avoid exposing your jewelry to humidity, intense heat, or sudden temperature changes. It is advisable to remove them before washing your hands and before taking a steam bath or sauna.

Restore shine to your jewelry

- To maintain the beauty of your vintage jewelry, be sure to maintain it regularly. If marks appear over time, a light polishing with a delicate cloth or quality fabric may be enough to restore their shine.

- In case of more pronounced tarnishing or light oxidation, choose cleaning with lukewarm, pure water, followed by wiping with a soft cloth. Be sure to perform continuous movements, in a single direction, to preserve the integrity of the jewelry. 

- For more complex cases of severe tarnishing, you can use specific cleaning products. Immerse the jewelry in it for a limited time, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water before drying thoroughly.

- If more specialized treatment is necessary, our expert team is at your disposal to restore your jewelry to its original shine.

For the diamond jewelry, gentle cleaning with lukewarm water followed by light rubbing with a delicate brush, then thorough wiping, will maintain their exceptional shine. Quality gems usually used in jewelry, such as sapphire, spinel, garnet, onyx, jade etc. can be treated in the same way. However, daily precautions should be taken for emeralds, opals and all organic materials, such as pearls.