Easy care guide
Caring for Your Jewellery
Care guide
To keep your jewellery shining for years to come, proper care is key.
Our friendly guide unfolds the secrets to maintaining the brilliance of your gold-filled and sterling silver pieces, along with preserving the natural beauty of semi-precious gemstones.
Note: Keep your gold filled and sterling silver away from harsh chemicals. SPA's and Saunas are a NO-NO.
Gold-Filled Jewellery Care
What is Gold-Filled?
Gold-filled jewellery blends affordability with enduring elegance, featuring a solid layer of gold bonded to a base metal core. At Soleada sterling silver & high quality brass is used as a base for our Gold-Filled pieces.
Gold-filled products are legally required to be 5% or 1/20 gold by weight. Our pieces vary between 5-10 micron layer of gold making them more resistant to daily wear than gold plating or gold vermeil.
Benefits of Gold-Filled
Water-Friendly: Gold-filled jewellery is resistant to tarnishing, making it perfect everyday companion but like anything you own and cherish, a little care is always recommended.
Durability: The thick gold layer ensures a lasting sparkle, letting you enjoy your pieces through various adventures.
Care Steps
- Gentle Cleaning: A soft, lint-free cloth is your go-to for wiping away daily wear and tear.
You can also purchase a pro polishing pad to remove any mild scratches and finger prints.
- Avoid Abrasives: Keep harsh chemicals and abrasive materials at bay; opt for mild soapy water when a deeper clean is needed.
Removing when applying lotions, using house cleaning abrasives will ensure your pieces to last a lifetime.
- Water Caution: While our Gold Filled can join you in the shower or ocean occasionally, rinsing with clean water and drying promptly after exposure helps maintain its shine.
- Storage: Safeguard gold-filled pieces from scratches by storing them separately, preferably in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight.
Sterling Silver Jewellery Care
What is Sterling Silver?
Sterling silver, a precious metal alloy, blends 92.5% pure silver with 7.5% other metals for added strength and durability.
Benefits of Sterling Silver
Water Caution: While sterling silver can join you in the shower or ocean occasionally, drying and polishing promptly after exposure helps maintain its shine.
Elegance in Everyday Activities: Sterling silver's versatility allows you to enjoy its beauty daily, ensuring a touch of elegance in your routine.
Really Eco-friendly: Silver is mostly all recycled and can be endlessly recycled by melting it and creating a new piece.
Care Step
Summer vs Winter: If you live in a very humid part of the world, like the Sunshine Coast in Australia, know that your jewellery will tarnish quicker during the hot summer months. This does not mean it is faulty or not 100% silver, it's just a natural process that can ocurr. For your sterling silver, simply use a jewellery polishing cloth to restore it.
Polishing Magic: Keep your sterling silver pieces radiant with regular polishing using a silver polishing cloth.
Moisture: Before taking a dip, remove your jewellery; prolonged exposure to moisture can lead to tarnishing.
Perfect Storage: Guard against oxidation by storing silver pieces in an airtight container with anti-tarnish strips.
Or at the very least DO NOT KEEP IT IN THE BATHROOM because it will oxidise real quick.
Natural Semi-Precious Gemstones Care
What are semi-precious Gemstones?
- Semi-precious gemstones are natural minerals that have been formed over thousands of years deep within the earth.
- These stones are valued for their unique beauty, rarity and metaphysical properties
Spiritual and Metaphysical Benefits
- Energy Balancing: Gemstones can help balance and harmonize one's energy centers or chakras.
- Emotional Healing: Certain gemstones are thought to aid in emotional healing, reducing stress, anxiety, and depression.
- Spiritual Growth: Natural Gemstones can enhance spiritual awareness and connection to higher powers.
- Protection: Some gemstones are can offer protection against negative energies.
It's important to note that the benefits of gemstones can vary depending on individual beliefs and experiences. If you're considering using gemstones for spiritual or healing purposes, it's recommended to choose stones that resonate with you personally.
Other Benefits
- Durability: Many semi-precious gemstones are durable and resistant making them suitable for everyday wear.
- Affordability: Compared to precious gemstones like diamonds, semi-precious gemstones are generally more affordable and can have healing benefits.
Gemstone Care Steps
Gentle Cleaning: Pamper your gemstones with a soft, damp cloth, preserving their brilliance without causing harm.
No Chemical Exposure: Shield gemstones from harsh chemicals and extreme temperatures to maintain their color and durability.
Mindful Storage: Keep gemstone jewellery separate to prevent scratches, considering padded compartments for added protection.
Zircon Crystal Care
What are Zircon crystals?
Zircon crystals are a popular choice for jewelry due to their brilliance and affordability.
While they can be found naturally, lab-grown zircon crystals offer the same beauty and quality without the environmental impact or ethical concerns associated with mining of natural Zircon.
Benefits of Lab-Grown Zircon Crystals
- Ethical and Sustainable: Lab-grown crystals are produced in controlled environments, eliminating the need for harmful mining practices.
- Durability: Zircon is a relatively hard gemstone, making it resistant to scratches and wear.
- Affordability: Compared to natural diamonds and other precious gemstones, lab-grown zircon crystals offer exceptional value.
Zircon Crystals Care Steps
- Regular Cleaning: Gently clean your zircon jewelry with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive materials.
- Safe Storage: When storing your zircon jewelry, place it in a soft pouch or jewelry box to prevent scratches. Avoid storing it with other harder gemstones that could damage the zircon.
Contact
Still have questions? We're happy to help! Please email at hello@soleada.com.au and we will get back to you within 24-48 hours.
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