How to Clean and Care for Baltic Amber Jewelry

How to Clean Amber Jewelry

Baltic amber is beautiful, lightweight and unique, but it should be treated differently from harder gemstones.

With a little care, amber jewelry can keep its appearance for many years.

Clean Amber Gently

For everyday cleaning, use a soft cloth slightly dampened with lukewarm water.

Gently wipe the amber and then dry it with a clean, soft cloth. In most cases, this is all that is necessary.

Avoid abrasive sponges or rough materials that could scratch the polished surface.

Avoid Strong Chemicals

Perfume, hairspray, household cleaning products and other chemicals should not be applied directly to amber.

A simple rule is to put jewelry on after applying perfume, cosmetics and hair products.

The same applies when removing it. Take amber jewelry off before using cleaning products around the home.

Do Not Use Ultrasonic Cleaners

Ultrasonic jewelry cleaners are popular for some metals and gemstones, but they are not a good choice for amber.

Amber is considerably softer than many traditional gemstones and should be cleaned gently by hand.

Store Amber Separately

When storing your jewelry, keep amber away from harder pieces that could scratch it.

A soft jewelry pouch or lined jewelry box works well. Necklaces should ideally be placed so that they do not become tangled with other chains or accessories.

Keep It Away From Excessive Heat

Amber is an organic material and prolonged exposure to high temperatures should be avoided.

Do not leave amber jewelry next to heaters, in very hot environments or exposed to strong sunlight for unnecessarily long periods.

Enjoy Your Amber

Amber jewelry is designed to be worn, not permanently hidden away in a box.

Basic everyday care is usually enough. Treat it gently, keep it away from harsh chemicals and store it properly when you are not wearing it.

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