Caring for Your Sacred Smith Piece
Handmade jewelry is built to be worn every day. A little care keeps it beautiful for generations.
Take it off for
- The gym, heavy lifting, gardening and yard work
- Pools and hot tubs, because chlorine weakens gold over time
- Cleaning products, bleach and harsh chemicals
Put it on last
Put your jewelry on after lotion, perfume and hairspray. They leave a film that dulls stones and metal.
Cleaning at home
- Soak in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap.
- Gently brush with a soft toothbrush, especially under the stone.
- Rinse and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
- Avoid toothpaste, baking soda and other abrasives.
Delicate stones
Opal, emerald, turquoise, tanzanite and pearl should be cleaned with plain water and a soft cloth only. Keep them away from ultrasonic cleaners, steam and sudden temperature changes.
Metals
- White gold: its bright white finish is a rhodium plating. It naturally wears, and replating every 1–2 years restores it.
- Sterling silver: tarnish is normal. Use a polishing cloth, and store silver in a sealed or anti-tarnish bag.
- Hand engraving and textures: clean with a soft brush only. Machine polishing softens engraved detail, so leave polishing to me.
Storage
Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or lined box. Diamonds and sapphires can scratch other jewelry.
Free annual check-up
Prongs wear with daily life. Bring your Sacred Smith piece in once a year and I’ll check the stones, tighten the settings and give it a professional clean, free of charge.
Protect it
I recommend adding your piece to a jewelry insurance policy. Contact me if you need an appraisal or documentation.
Questions or concerns? Reach out anytime.
Contact Matthew