It can be well worth your while to thoroughly research any jewelry you are planning to buy or sell. With all the information that you need, it can be tough to know where to start.

Polishing Cloth

Before dealing with harsh chemicals, try a polishing cloth to bring back the luster of your jewelry. A polishing cloth is a very gentle way to get a good shine on all your pieces. All you do is polish it like you would a glass with the two-sided cloth. Use the polishing side first and, then the other side to make your jewelry shine.

You should always store your jewelry very carefully. Use a box that has several different compartments and hooks to keep your pieces apart. Don’t throw piles into a box. Not only will your necklaces get all tangled up, you risk damaging all your fragile and fine jewelry pieces.

Quality jewelry should stay beautiful forever. When buying jewelry, only buy from dealers with good reputations, so that you don’t buy a piece that seems durable, but really isn’t. High-quality jewelry is durable and displays excellent craftsmanship. Make sure the jeweler is able to tell you the history of the piece, including who created it and where any stones come from. You need to buy quality jewelry so that you can pass it down as an heirloom.

Pay attention to the types, sizes, and colors of jewelry that the person wears. Noticing these things lets you choose jewelry more suited to their tastes.

Ask the jeweler what type of insurance is available for your purchase. This is to avoid any future complications. If anything were to happen you have yourself covered and to avoid complications with that jeweler in the future, they can replace or fix it for you if you run into problems. There are even some jewelers that will cover the replacement if the piece has been lost or stolen.

You want to ensure that your jewelry always looks its best so do everything you can to stop it from tarnishing. Jewelry should not be worn near the water. Water can cause some metals to lose their luster or to become tarnished or rusty. It is wise to place a single coat of transparent nail lacquer on jewelry in order to protect it.

Costume Jewelry

It’s great that you love costume jewelry, but make sure you evaluate the condition of any piece you plan to buy. Costume jewelry can prove to be a good investment, but worn, broken, or otherwise damaged pieces are not worth the expense. A good piece will give you many years of happiness and even gain value over time.

Consider how you should best clean each piece of your jewelry. Different kinds of jewelery will require you take care of them in different ways. What works for one piece of jewelry could dull or damage another. Consult with a jeweler if you are unsure exactly how to care for your own jewels.

If you’re shopping for an individual who likes unique pieces of jewelry, you should consider purchasing an item that is made specifically for this person. Finding something that shows you put thought and effort into the gift is more important the the gift itself, so whether or not what you choose exactly what they wanted, they are sure to be pleased.

Buying jewelry, or selling it, is a whole process. You will have to do some research and put some thought into it, if it is a gift you are looking for. Keep all the tips fresh in your mind, and you will find success.