A little regular care helps preserve your jewellery's finish
and keep it in good condition. Follow the guidance below
for cleaning, wearing and storage.
Cleaning Your Jewellery
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Gently wipe away water droplets, dust and light marks.
Do not rinse directly with water
or use hard tools to clean your jewellery.
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Avoid alcohol wipes,
chemical cleaners and ultrasonic cleaners,
which may damage surfaces, coatings or components.
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For light cleaning:
Wipe gently with a clean, soft cloth or tissue,
slightly dampened if needed, then dry thoroughly.
Use a silver polishing cloth only on suitable silver
surfaces.
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For stubborn marks such as glue, heavy oil stains
or paint, contact AWNL for professional
cleaning rather than trying to remove them
yourself.
Sterling Silver Care & Repair
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Tarnish:
Where suitable for the finish, gently wipe with a
silver polishing cloth in one direction,
following the surface texture. Avoid circular rubbing
or heavy pressure, especially on plated surfaces.
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Persistent tarnish:
If a polishing cloth does not help, contact AWNL
about professional care or replating.
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Scratches:
Contact AWNL for advice on polishing and repair.
Deeper scratches require professional assessment.
Meteorite Care & Repair
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Muonionalusta meteorite is an iron
meteorite and is sensitive to moisture. Keep it dry
and wipe regularly with a clean, oil-free cloth.
Never soak it in water.
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If the protective coating wears away or rust appears,
do not attempt repairs
yourself. Contact AWNL promptly about
professional meteorite restoration.
Gemstone & Crystal Care
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For daily cleaning, gently wipe gemstone surfaces
with a slightly damp, soft cotton cloth, then dry.
Do not use ultrasonic
cleaners.
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For scratches, cracks or fading after sun exposure,
contact AWNL for an assessment
before attempting any treatment.
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Care requirements vary by gemstone and any treatments
or coatings. Handle each piece gently and contact
AWNL if you are unsure how to care for your stone.
Damage & Repairs
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Check for broken stretch cords or chains, loose
gemstones or meteorite components, bent parts
and other loose fittings.
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If you notice any of these issues,
stop wearing the piece
and contact AWNL for repair advice.
Avoid attempting repairs yourself, as this may
cause further damage.
Storing Your Jewellery
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Store each piece separately in a jewellery box.
Keep sterling silver in an anti-tarnish
bag to help slow tarnishing.
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Keep your jewellery box in a regular place so
your pieces are easy to find and less likely
to be lost or damaged.
Everyday Wear
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Remove jewellery before
sleeping or bathing. Chains can catch in
hair or clothing and become bent or broken.
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Apply perfume before putting on your jewellery
and let it dry completely, allowing about
5 minutes. Alcohol in perfume
may damage surface coatings and finishes.
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Remove jewellery before exercise or household
tasks to avoid scratches and impacts, especially
pieces containing gemstones or meteorites.
What to Avoid
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Avoid contact with chemicals, perfume, sunscreen
and shampoo. Keep sterling silver and meteorites
away from chlorine in swimming pools and
sulphur-containing substances.
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Keep gemstones out of prolonged direct sunlight
to reduce the risk of fading. Store meteorite
jewellery in a dry environment.
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After wearing, gently wipe away skin oils and
sweat with a clean, soft cloth.
