Looking after Gold

make your gold NEW AGAIN...

18ct Yellow Gold necklace from Karin Tremonti's Original Collection - 77 grams of pure 18ct Gold, created exclusively by Karin Tremonti and set against Cuttlefish pieces. A labour of love and luxury! $13,000

 Fine Jewellery does not stand on its own, and even the best of designs can do with a clean once in a while. At Tremonti Fine Gems and Jewellery we deal with and create fine 18ct Gold designs, which, if you click here and read our article on Gold carat weights, means that it will not tarnish, blacken or stain. But if you are dealing with lower carat weights, especially the 9ct Gold designs favoured by commercial stores, you will find your Jewellery needing a new lease on life. Here's how to clean your Gold Jewellery at home:

You Will Need:

• Dishwashing detergent
• Small bowl or cooking pan
• Toothbrush (ensure it has soft bristles)
• Soft cloth

The Cleaning Process:

1. Close the drain of the sink or insert a strainer into the drain. The last thing you want is to see your precious jewelry slipping down the drain! (You can even put your Jewellery if it is very dirty in a pan and put it to the boil - as long as your Jewellery has no Emeralds in its design, as this will ruin them!)
2. Fill the bowl with warm water. (Alternatively you can run it under the tap)
3. Add a small squirt of dishwashing detergent.
4. Place the gold piece in the solution and allow it to soak.
5. Use the soft brush to gently scrub away dirt and build-up.
6. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
7. Dry with a soft cloth.

Be very mindful of the Gemstones or Diamonds included in your design, however. Some are not made to be immersed in water for long. Also if your design is Pave' set (glued/adhesed to the design), make sure you do not immerse this section in the water, as cheaper non-Tremonti designs especially may break the glue!

You can keep your Jewellery in even better condition if you clean them with a soft cloth (preferably a Jewellery cloth) after use. Also make sure not to store the jewellery with anything sharp, and make sure your brush is very soft - remember that gold is soft and can be damaged if you do not take proper care of it!

18ct Yellow Gold Earrings with White Diamonds from Karin Tremonti's Original collection - 10 grams of pure 18ct Gold created exclusively by Karin Tremonti and hand-cast on cuttlefish pieces. A labour of love and luxury! $1,750

But easiest of all - bring in your Gold jewellery and we will clean it specially for you with the care, safety and quality of a master fine Jewellery boutique.

All of Tremonti's designs come with a guarantee - free cleaning at any time with given notice (drop off/pick up only)

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