1. conservation
For a piece of jewelry to remain impeccable, we must pay attention to how we store it.
If space allows, it is ideal in its original case.
If not, I recommend storing it wrapped in cotton, never mixed with others, to prevent scratches.
2. cleaning
Clean them with neutral soap, warm water and a soft brush. We will always brush very gently, rinse well and dry gently.
Gold and silver, as noble metals, oxidize by reacting in different ways; Yellow gold takes on a more orange tone and silver yellows and blackens.
In addition to cleaning with soap, you can use the special gold and silver cloths sold at ELENA C or take the piece to one of our points of sale.
3. white gold
White gold is mostly pure (yellow) gold, mixed with other metals, such as palladium, until it reaches the hardness of 18 carats and whose characteristic color is a dull gray.
To give it the final luminous white finish that makes it so special, a final finish is given with rhodium. This layer of rhodium scratches and deteriorates, it is lost, and it is necessary to reapply it from time to time so that it regains that luminous white. It is best to send the piece to our ELENA C store to reapply that rhodium. Its duration will depend on various factors: the use we give it, the friction it receives and the PH of each person's skin.
4. take into account the hardness of the stones
The diamond is the hardest gemstone that exists. followed by sapphires etc. However, just because it is hard does not mean that it cannot be fragile and can break under a sharp and accurate blow. Taking this into account, fragility will increase in sapphires, amethysts, prasiolites, topazes, quartz, adularia, etc.
Therefore, when you are going to carry out activities in which your jewelry may receive knocks, you must take into account the degree of hardness of the stone we are wearing to avoid knocks or breakages.
5. Avoid your enemies
All noble metals are permanently attacked by mercury . If you have an accident with it, urgently take the piece to the ELENA C store so that our workshop can eliminate it and thus avoid further deterioration.
Gold-plated pieces, even if they are 18 carats like the ELENA C collections, deteriorate if we apply perfumes, lacquers, creams, alcohols, etc. to them.
Pearls, coral, turquoise, ivory and all porous stones are also very sensitive to these same products.
The other factor that determines the duration in perfect condition of gold baths and the good conservation of stones of organic origin is the PH that each of us has. Depending on its acidity it will affect
6. setting up the jewelry
Jewelry is artisanal products exposed to wear and tear and for its proper maintenance I recommend periodically checking the setting of the stones , the threads of the threaded necklaces and the polishing of the pieces with very smooth parts since scratches are more quickly appreciated than they can receive.
In the same way that we take care of our favorite clothes, jewelry also needs proper care and periodic checks so that it remains just as beautiful over the years.
7. trust the professionals
For any questions or queries that may arise, we have a highly qualified team that will be happy to assist you and offer you the best service.
