The Luxury Rabbit Care Guide
Author: Luxury Rabbit Editorial 🐰
Date: November 12, 2025 • Read time: 6–8 minutes
Tags: 14K gold, 18K gold, sterling silver, diamonds, gemstones, care, cleaning, rhodium, storage, travel
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Meta title: How to Care for Your Jewelry (Luxury Rabbit Guide)
Meta description: Keep your 14K/18K gold, sterling silver, diamonds, and gemstones shining. Luxury Rabbit’s expert guide covers daily care, safe cleaning, storage, travel, and pro maintenance.
TL;DR (Save This)
Do: soft cloth daily • mild soap + warm water • store separately • remove for workouts/water • inspect clasps/prongs
Don’t: bleach/chemicals • hot tubs/pools • ultrasonic on emeralds/opal/pearls • abrasive pastes • sleep in delicate chains
Why Care Matters
At Luxury Rabbit, we build pieces to live with you—work, weekend, and everything in between. A few smart habits protect the finish, the settings, and the sparkle so your jewelry keeps its value and its vibe.
Daily Habits That Make the Difference
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Last on, first off. Jewelry after skincare, perfume, sunscreen; remove before cleansing or sleeping.
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Keep it dry. Sweat, saltwater, chlorine, and steam accelerate wear.
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One-minute wipe. End the day with a soft, lint-free cloth to clear oils and fingerprints.
Safe Home Cleaning (Gold, Diamonds, Durable Gems)
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Fill a small bowl with warm water + 1 drop of mild dish soap.
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Soak 10–15 minutes.
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Brush gently with a soft baby toothbrush, especially under settings.
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Rinse with lukewarm water over a mesh strainer.
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Pat dry with microfiber; air-dry fully before storing.
Avoid at home: bleach, ammonia, toothpaste, baking-soda scrubs, silver dips on stone-set pieces, and ultrasonic on delicate stones.
What to Avoid (Always)
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Chlorine & hot tubs: weakens gold alloys and can pit metal.
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Harsh cleaners: bleach, acetone, alcohol soaks.
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Impact & pressure: sports, lifting, tight gloves can bend prongs/links.
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Unprotected stacking: diamonds scratch gold—use thin spacers to protect softer metals.
Care by Material
14K & 18K Gold (Yellow, Rose, White)
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Hairline scratches are normal. A pro polish restores mirror finish.
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White gold: rhodium plating boosts brightness—plan re-rhodium every 12–24 months depending on wear.
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Chains: check clasps and soldered links every 3–6 months; fix thinning ASAP.
925 Sterling Silver
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Tarnish is natural. Store in anti-tarnish pouches or zip bags with a strip.
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Polish cloth only for metal-only pieces; avoid liquid dips on stones/oxidized details.
Diamonds
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Love oil—clean often for maximum fire.
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Settings: inspect prongs/halos quarterly. A snag in fabric = get it checked.
Emeralds, Opals, Pearls & Other Delicates
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Emeralds: often oil/resin-treated—no ultrasonic/steam/heat. Quick lukewarm rinse + very mild soap; gentle wipe only.
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Opals & pearls: porous—keep away from chemicals and extreme heat/dryness. Damp soft cloth only, lay flat to dry.
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Enamel & plated pieces: gentle wipe; avoid friction, perfume, and sprays.
Storage That Prevents Damage
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Separate everything. Lined compartments or individual pouches; diamonds scratch other pieces.
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Humidity control. Add silica gel; keep silver in anti-tarnish bags.
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Chains & bracelets: clasp before storing to prevent tangles and stress.
Travel Like a Pro
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Carry-on only. Never check fine jewelry.
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Structured travel case with individual pockets.
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Docs: keep receipts/appraisals/photos for insurance; declare high-value international trips when needed.
Pro Maintenance Timeline (Bookmark)
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Monthly: home clean + visual check (clasps, prongs, links).
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Every 3–6 months: professional inspection; ultrasonic/steam only for stones that tolerate it.
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Annually: polish/refinish as needed; tighten settings; re-rhodium white gold.
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After any impact: stop wearing and book an inspection.
Troubleshooting
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Loose stone / bent prong: stop wearing, place in a small zip bag, schedule a repair.
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Snapped chain: keep both ends; don’t “twist-fix.” Soldering preserves length/strength.
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Tarnished silver: polishing cloth for metal; avoid dips on gems.
FAQs
Can I shower with gold jewelry?
We recommend taking it off. Water + soaps leave film; chlorine is a hard no.
How often should I clean my diamond ring?
At home: weekly. Pro clean/inspection: every 3–6 months.
Why does my white gold look yellowish?
Rhodium plating wears with time. Refresh every 12–24 months.
Are ultrasonic cleaners safe?
For diamonds, sapphires, rubies—generally yes (if the setting is secure). Never for emeralds, opals, or pearls.
How do I keep silver from tarnishing?
Wear it often, wipe after use, and store in anti-tarnish pouches with a strip.
Luxury Rabbit Services 🐰
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Professional cleaning & inspections
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Rhodium plating (white gold)
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Sizing, soldering, clasp/prong repair
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Polishing & refinishing
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Certificates of authenticity & insured 48-hour U.S. shipping
Need tailored care for your exact piece?
Send us a photo via DM with “CARE” and we’ll recommend a custom routine.
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