General Care — All Metals
- Put jewellery on last, after perfume, hairspray, makeup and lotion.
- Remove before bathing, swimming, exercising or sleeping.
- Wipe gently with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth after every wear.
- Store each piece separately in the Kuvera pouch to prevent scratches and tangling.
- Avoid contact with chlorine, sea water, hot springs, sulphur and household cleaners.
Gold (22KT · 18KT · 9KT)
- 22KT & 18KT: clean with warm water and a mild soap solution, then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
- 9KT (harder alloy, higher scratch-resistance): the same routine works, but avoid strong household cleaners which can dull the finish over time.
- For gemstone-set pieces, use only a soft-bristled brush — never abrasive materials.
- Get intricate pieces professionally polished by a trusted jeweller once a year.
- Avoid ultrasonic cleaners on pieces set with pearls, emeralds, opals or turquoise.
Sterling Silver (925)
- Store in an airtight zip-lock along with the anti-tarnish strip supplied in your Kuvera box (where included).
- Tarnish is a natural oxidation of silver — restore shine with a mild silver polishing cloth or a jeweller's silver dip.
- Do not use toothpaste, baking soda or lemon on silver — they dull the finish over time.
- Rhodium-plated silver: avoid excessive rubbing to preserve the plating.
Fine Silver (999)
- 999 is softer than 925, so handle with extra care to avoid dents and bends — especially on chains and thin bands.
- Wipe with a dry soft cloth after every wear; a mild silver polishing cloth is enough to restore lustre.
- Store separately in the Kuvera pouch — 999 scratches more easily against harder metals.
- Avoid aggressive silver dips — a gentle mild-soap wash is sufficient for regular care.
Devotional / Oxidised Silver
- Handle with clean, dry hands — natural oils from skin add to the antique patina.
- Do not use silver polish on oxidised pieces — it will remove the intended finish.
- Clean gently with a dry soft brush; avoid water for filigree/pooja items.
Do's & Don'ts
- DO: Handle over a soft surface to avoid drops.
- DO: Keep the original invoice and authenticity certificate safely — they may be required for buy-back or resizing.
- DON'T: Store multiple pieces in the same pouch.
- DON'T: Attempt DIY repairs. Reach out to us — we offer complimentary polishing at our workshop for pieces bought from Kuvera.
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Kuvera Jewels Pvt. Ltd. · Estd. 2016 · A family in the jewellery trade since 1984 · Read more