How to Store Jewelry

Keep your precious jewels safe and looking new by storing them properly.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Jewelry Pouches
• Safe-deposit Boxes
• Jewelry Boxes

1. Store jewelry in sturdy cases with soft, lined interiors to avoid impact against hard surfaces and scratching.

2. Place jewelry in soft fabric pouches if no jewelry cases are available.

3. Store jewelry separately to avoid tangles and scratches.

4. Use tarnish-resistant cloth and cases to store silver.

5. Keep your jewelry boxes away from high heat and excessive moisture, which can damage some stones.

6. Consider purchasing a jewelry box with a lock and key for extra security.

Tips & Warnings

• Examine your jewelry carefully, checking for loose settings, prongs and clasps.
• Have jewelry professionally cleaned about once a year.
• If you bring jewelry with you when you travel, carry it on your person rather than packing it in your suitcase.
• Avoid exposing jewelry to perfume, perspiration and cosmetics, which can stain many stones.

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[kat1127]

on 5/14/2009 Great advice, always separate your jewelry to avoid tangles and scratches. I found some great tips on how to clean my jewelry and keep it looking great on the Jewelry Information Center website, check them out www.JIC.org.

[Irenejohnson]

on 11/15/2008 Buy an Earring Angel Pierced Earring Holder and your earring storage problems will be solved.

[janewear]

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on 11/22/2005 Buy a tackle box from the fishing section of your local store. Sizes vary from portable (7" x 4") to large depending on the amount of jewelry you have. Most sections are adjustable in size and they are perfect for separating jewelry.