PRODUCT CARE
BRONZE CARE
Bronze will oxidize and give a nice patina over time depending on the humidity and the wearer’s body chemistry.
If you would like to keep the shining finish you may do the following:
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For everyday maintenance you may use a jewelry polishing cloth. They may be found at Bed, Bath and Beyond, Michael’s, Joann, hardware stores,...
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Here is an easy way to clean them if the polishing cloth does not work anymore:
(Do not use on a piece with patina applied for contrast as it will remove the patina)-
Soak the piece in white distilled vinegar for a few minutes. Leave longer if very dark. Or apply vinegar with a Qtip.
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Use a soft steel brush or hard tooth brush to remove the oxydation
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Rinse
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Dry with regular cloth
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Buff or shine with jewelry polishing cloth (optional)
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Do not use the liquid silver cleaner as it is a different metal and will have a different reaction and instead of cleaning it will turn it black.
GOLD CHAIN CARE
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Warm water and a soft cloth are the best thing you can do to maintain the beauty of your jewelry.
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For a deeper, occasional cleaning, a drop of soap will return its luster. When you have finished cleaning make sure that you have dried you items properly using a clean and dry flannel cloth.
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Salt water and chlorine in swimming pools take their toll on all fine jewelry.
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Many chemicals marketed for cleaning jewelry are actually somewhat abrasive and corrosive and can cause damage or color alteration to your jewelry.
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A higher pH of the skin could darker the jewelry.