Jewellery Care Guide

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Caring for Jewellery That’s Meant to Last Forever


At Kothari Jewellers, every piece we create is an heirloom in the making. Diamonds, gemstones, and gold are resilient by nature, but their brilliance and strength must be preserved through mindful care. This guide outlines how to protect, clean, and maintain your jewellery so it can be cherished for generations.

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Wearing Your Jewellery the Right Way

  • Last On, First Off: Always wear your jewellery after applying skincare, perfume, and makeup. These contain oils and chemicals that can damage metals or cloud stones.
  • Avoid Impact: Even though diamonds are the hardest stones, their settings are delicate. Remove jewellery before exercise, swimming, or household work to avoid knocks, scratches, or chemical exposure.
  • Seasonal Consideration: Extreme heat, cold, or humidity can affect settings. Avoid leaving jewellery in cars, direct sunlight, or damp bathrooms.
  • Everyday Habits: Avoid wearing fine jewellery during sleep — tossing and turning can loosen delicate prongs and scratch soft gemstones.
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Cleaning at Home

  • Gold & Diamonds: Mix a few drops of mild liquid soap in lukewarm water. Soak for 15–20 minutes, then brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush, especially around prongs. Rinse well and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.

  • Gemstones: Soft stones like emeralds, opals, pearls, and turquoise are porous and should not be soaked. Wipe gently with a soft damp cloth and dry immediately.
  • Polishing: Use a professional jewellery polishing cloth to restore shine. Avoid tissue paper or rough fabrics, which can cause micro-scratches.
  • What to Avoid: Never use bleach, alcohol, or ultrasonic cleaners unless recommended — they can corrode metals and fracture delicate stones.
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Storing Jewellery Properly

  • Separate Storage: Store each piece in a soft pouch or fabric-lined box. Contact between pieces can cause scratches and dullness.

  • Necklaces & Chains: Lay flat or hang to avoid knots and tangles.
  • Moisture Control: Keep jewellery in a dry environment. Consider using silica gel packs in storage boxes to reduce humidity.
  • Travel Care: Always carry jewellery in padded cases or travel rolls. Avoid storing loose items in handbags, where they can be scratched by other belongings.
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Professional Care & Maintenance

  • Annual Inspection: Jewellery should be checked once a year by our experts to ensure prongs, clasps, and locks are secure.

  • Repairs: Chips, scratches, or loose stones should be addressed immediately. Delaying repairs risks further damage or stone loss.
  • Resizing & Refitting: Whether it’s a ring resizing or clasp adjustment, always trust certified jewellers. At Kothari, our in-house team preserves original integrity during any repair or alteration.
  • Restoration Services: Over time, metals can lose polish and gemstones may appear less vibrant. Professional polishing and re-setting can restore brilliance.
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Special Care for Different Materials

  • Diamonds: Though durable, they can still chip if struck hard. Avoid wearing multiple diamond rings next to each other to prevent surface scratches.

  • Gold: Gold is soft and can bend or scratch. Higher karat jewellery (22k, 24k) requires more care than 14k or 18k alloys.
  • Pearls: Extremely delicate and organic. Wipe after every wear with a soft cloth to remove oils. Store flat in fabric pouches to avoid stretching their silk thread.
  • Gemstones: Each stone has unique properties — sapphires and rubies are durable, but emeralds and opals need extra caution.

Passing Jewellery Through Generations

Your Family's Legacy


Fine jewellery is not just worn, it is lived with — collecting the moments, stories, and milestones of your life. With proper care and timely maintenance, your Kothari pieces will be strong enough to endure daily wear yet timeless enough to be passed on as family treasures. Caring for them today ensures they carry forward your legacy tomorrow.