Naturally gold does not tarnish but other elements which are used to make gold sturdy may react with moisture, sulphur and oxygen and turn it dull. Skin oils, body lotions and perfumes also make your gold dull. If you are unable to remove grunge and dirt from jewelry at home then its probably best to take it to a professional.
Here are some ways to clean gold:

Professional polishing:
If your gold jewelry is not looking new and needs special polishing to be sparkling and shiny then you should consult a professional jeweler, because home cleaning tricks won’t make it shiny as you want. A jeweler will polish your jewelry and use abrasive paper and save your gold from tarnishing.

Machine cleaning:
Sometimes, instead of professional polishing, your jewelry might still not shine, which then means that it needs machine cleaning. In that case automatic cleaning equipments such as ultrasonic, ionic or steam cleaners are used by jewelers to clean gold jewelry.

Ammonia Method:
Ammonia can damage your gold if it used often so use it carefully. Use one part ammonia to six parts water than dip your jewelry in it for a minute. After that rinse jewelry from water and dry it with soft cloth.

Toothpaste Method:
Gold adornments which are used often in daily life can be cleaned with old tooth paste and tooth brush to remove grime.

Jewelry with Gemstones:
Jewelry with gemstones should not be soaked in warm water otherwise stones may come out from jewelry. Clean jewelry with mild soap and then wipe it by using wet soft cloth. After cleaning leave it for a day to dry it.

Boil Water Method:
To remove dirt, oil, grease, wax or grunge from jewelry submerges it in boil water as long as it dips in water all wax, oil and dirt will emerge.

At the time of cleaning jewelry with stones and diamonds be very careful and try no to damage stone. Does not use ammonia for cleaning jewelry with platinum it may darken platinum and do not apply bleach which can permanently discolor your jewelry. By regularly polishing gold jewelry you can avoid the need of washing it.

Gold is used in the making of necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets, anklets and many other bodily adornments. Gold is considered a long-lasting and precious thing and,  whenever you wear it you want it to be completely dirt free and shiny.

Cleaning Gold Jewelry

To clean gold jewelry first buff it to remove dirt from the surface then put the gold jewelry in warm water for at least an hour and use mild dish washing liquid to remove the dirt.  Use cotton scrub or your fingers for proper cleaning. Do not use toothpastes and harsh chemicals such as baking soda to clean the gold, as it may scratch your jewelry.

After washing rinse your gold completely and then dry from a soft cotton cloth. Let it dry in fresh air until all moisture removed before storing. Do not use stiffer brushes and paper towels to clean jewelry as it can damage the outer surface of gold. Try not to wear gold jewelry while taking a bath or when using ammonia or cleaning bleach. It can permanently damage gold and make it dull and faded.

Store every piece of gold jewelry separately to avoid scratches. You can put jewelry in soft cotton fabric or put it in plastic bag with silica and squeeze air from bag to prevent your jewelry from tarnish. Hang gold chains separately to avoid it from tangling. Keep your jewelry away from sulphur producers like rubber bands, newspapers and silk that increases tarnishing process.

Some gold’s need extra care like 14k, 18k and 24k gold. 14k’s base is usually made up of brass. Abrasive cleaning may scratch the outer layer of this gold that’s why It rarely needs gentle rubbing. 24k gold which is pure gold is very soft and needs special attention for cleaning. White gold plated with rhodium which gives it extra shine is used for making rings. It turns yellow when rhodium wears off from white gold and you can re plate it, but if rhodium is not wearing off you can just wash it in warm water and then dry it with a soft cloth to give it that sparkly look again.

Canary

A term used for an intensely colored yellow diamond. Such a diamond is called a “fancy”.    The first canary diamond to be discovered was the Yellow Canary Diamond found in Africa in 1866.  The presence of nitrogen in the diamond creation process is what adds the yellow color to the diamond.

Bracelets are mostly worn in western countries, but at present, bracelets take an important place in Indian traditional society. Today, women prefer bracelets rather then bangles. Bracelets also are fashion ornaments. Women wear bracelets in parties, family occasions, or even just an every day fashion accessory.

Teenage girls like to wear different types of bracelets on their wrists. There are many types of bracelets, such as charm bracelets, beaded bracelets and link bracelets. These bracelets are available in various unique designs and color, are made up of the finest quality silver, and are known for its fine finish.

Bracelets are also used to confirm friendship, known as friendship bracelets. People tie friendship bands on their love ones to express love and care.

One of the best ways to express your affection for a loved one is to have your jewelry engraved. Personalizing a piece of jewelery with a special engraving that is meaningful to the particular loved one can amplify the value of the gift for that person. Whether it is a specific phrase that only your loved one will understand or a simple ‘I love you’, it can have an enormous impact on the person who receives the gift.

Giving jewelry as gifts has always been very popular as it is very precious and special, but it is even more popular today due to the wide variety of jewelry that can be given as gifted. There are many varieties of jewelery that can be given as gifts such as Diamond jewelry, Titanium jewelry, Silver jewelry, Gold jewelry, Ethnic jewelry and Antique jewelry.

What Are The Different Types of Jewelry That I Can Give as a Gift for My Loved One?

The most popular jewelry gifts are:

• Necklace
• Pendants
• Rings
• Earrings
• Bangles
• Bracelets
• Brooches
• Chains
• Anklets
• Amulets

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There are few tips to choose engagement rings:

• First you must decide your budget, in which cost you like to buy engagement rings for your life partner. It will start making your choice a little easier.




• You must know her choice in jewelry. Her likes and dislikes about jewelry, is the first big step towards finding her the perfect engagement ring. You can also get information from her friends and family about her choice.




• It is important to know that what type of jewelry she likes to wear. Find out if she likes a vintage style engagement ring or classic engagement ring.




• Before buying an engagement ring you must have her ring finger size. The ring must be worn comfortably because it will be worn continuously after the marriage ceremony.




• You must purchase your engagement ring from your family jewelers. It is helpful in the future to exchange and secure your ring.




• An engagement ring should be made in a simple design so that she can wear it daily.

Diamonds and Gems

When shopping for the perfect proposal ring, you have to know about the gemological characteristics of the diamond, also known as the 4 C’s-Carat, Color, Clarity and Cut. Knowing the 4 C’s can help you understand the cost and quality of diamonds. Diamonds are most commonly purchased for engagement rings, occasionally other gemstones are purchased to reduce the price of the ring or to make the ring more unique.

Which hand do I wear the engagement ring?

The engagement ring is worn on the fourth finger of the left hand. This tradition dates back to the classical times, referring the finger as vena amoris or the vein of love. Today, the engagement ring is worn on the left hand in some countries such as the United Kingdom while in other countries, such as Ukraine and Poland, the engagement ring is worn on the right hand.

Pendants are made in gold, silver, platinum and diamonds. Diamond pendants are attractive pieces of jewelry that add style and flair to your personality. Pendants are studded with gemstones, diamonds and pearls to add more glitter to the jewelry. A diamond pendant can never go out of style and is always in perfect taste with any outfit or any occasion.

Pendants are trendy jewelry for the fashionable women of society. At present, pendants are also made for men. Pendants come in various designs such as alphabetical, numerical and geometrical forms that cater to the nature of man.

You can gift a diamond pendant to your loved one on their engagement; wedding or any special occasion. It is a ritual for many of us and an expression of love. It is the best gift for your friends and family members in any occasions, especially on birthdays and anniversaries. Cross pendants are one of the most common gifts during the Christmas season.

There are huge varieties of designs in different shapes like:

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Every bride wants to look her best on the most important day of her life. The Indian bridal dress is very different from the western style of bridal dress. Indian wedding dresses are usually very colorful with intricate designs and embroidery.

There are many different religions and cultures in India, each with its own dress such as Sari, Ghagra Choli (Lehenga) and Shalwar kameez. Mostly women prefer to wear Lehengas in their special day. You can find different types of wedding lehenga in the market like mermaid style lehenga, Ghagra, A-line lehenga, kalidar wedding lehenga and others.

In ancient India, a dress was detailed with stones and intricate embroidery. In modern times brides have more variety to choose in bridal dress. An Indian bridal dress is usually made of a fabric that reflects light well such as satin, silk, or chiffon beautified with awesome embroidery and embellishment work like zari, organza, zardosy, sequins, cut work, mirror work, pearl work, kasab, kundan work etc.

The colors are bright in hues of red, orange, maroon, and gold. The most traditional color of of an Indian bridal dress is red. Reddish tones have always been very popular among the Indian brides for their wedding outfit.

An Indian bridal dress is incomplete without jewelry. It is the next important choice after finding the bridal dress. Finding the right jewelry can lend grace and sparkle to an already perfect day. It is a dream of every woman, that beautiful jewelry with matching bridal dress is worn in her wedding. At present you have so many varieties in jewelry. You can get diamond jewelry with color stones, heavy gold jewelry, or delightfully beaded jewelry. It makes you gorgeous and beautiful on your special day of life.

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Color – The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) rates the body color in white diamonds from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). White is the most popular color when it comes to diamonds, but for those that want to be unique, they are available in yellow, pink, green, blue, orange, even black! However, the best color is really no color at all. Having no color allows the light to pass through the diamond easily, resulting in a vibrant display of rainbow-colored light.

Clarity – To be perfect, a diamond must be free from inclusions, blemishes and other flaws. A clarity grade is determined by the amount of inclusions or blemishes that are in or on the diamond. Inclusions can be other minerals, cracks, feathers or anything trapped inside when the diamond was formed millions of years ago.

Cut -The cut of a diamond references to the diamond’s reflective qualities, not the shape. A good cut gives a diamond its brilliance. The angles and finish of any diamond are what determine its ability to handle light, and the price you will pay.

Carat – A carat is the unit of weight by which a diamond is measured. Because large diamonds are found less commonly than small diamonds, the price of a diamond rises exponentially to its size. The carat is the standard unit of weight used for all gemstones. One carat equals .200 grams (or 200 milligrams).

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