Pearl Care
Quality pearls are very durable, but proper care is necessary to keep them beautiful and lustrous. Here are important tips to care for your pearls. Gently wipe the pearls with a warm damp cloth to remove body oils or dirt (which may harm the colors) before putting them away.

Pearls should be stored away from other objects or jewelry that may scratch the pearls’ surface. Wrap the pearls in linen, soft cloth, or place in a soft pouch. Do NOT store pearls in an airtight package such as a plastic bag because pearls need moisture, if the environment is too dry the pearls may crack, if placing the pearls in a safety deposit box or in a hot environment leave a damp cloth nearby.

Wash pearls periodically with mild soap (NOT detergent) and a soft cloth. When finished washing the pearls, rinse them in clean water and wrap them in a thin, damp cotton towel to dry. If the pearls are especially dirty, wipe the pearl with acetone polish remover. Acetone will not hurt pearls. DO NOT use jewelry cleaners with ammonia or vinegar in them. Keep pearls away from chlorine bleach, vinegar, ammonia, hair spray, perfume, and cosmetics, as these substances will damage the pearl surface. Make sure to put pearls on after finished spraying perfume or hair spray and putting on makeup, also remove pearls before exercising to keep them away from perspiration. Be very careful with substances as they will eat holes in the pearl nacre.

Please note these pearls are not a synthetic or man-made item and some minor imperfections are normal The peal care is suggested for natural akoya pearl white bracelet 6.0-8.0 MM and akoya pearl white necklace 6.0-8.0 MM 16” 24KT gold overlay clasp