Caring for Your OpalOra Treasures

✨ OpalOra Jewelry — Care Guide for Your Treasured Pieces

Welcome to your OpalOra collection! Each piece you own is hand-selected, hand-crafted, and made with intention. Every gemstone, bead, and detail has been meticulously chosen and assembled by me — a self-taught artisan devoted to creating jewelry that lasts generations.


Caring for your jewelry isn’t just maintenance — it’s about preserving beauty, value, and the love put into every creation.


 

🌟 Fun Facts About Your Gems

 

  • Each gem is unique: Your AAA-quality Ethiopian opals are hand-picked for brilliance, color, and play-of-light. No two are alike, and none are mass-produced.
  • Hydrophane vs Non-Hydrophane Opals: Some opals naturally absorb water (hydrophane), while others do not. The opals in your collection are carefully selected for stability and quality, so you can wear them with confidence. Still, gentle care ensures they maintain their brilliance.
  • Other gemstones in your collection — sapphires, rubies, emeralds — are millions of years old. Wearing them is like holding a piece of Earth’s history.
  • Precious metals tell a story: Gold and silver have been treasured for thousands of years. Your jewelry carries that legacy forward.



 

💎 Gemstone Care — Keep Your Gems Radiant

 

  • AAA Ethiopian Opals: Handle gently. Avoid harsh chemicals, excessive moisture, or heat. Clean with a soft cloth.
  • Other gemstones (Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds, etc.): Wipe with a soft cloth, avoid chemicals, and store separately to prevent scratches.
  • Fun tip: Even the most durable stones thrive with gentle care — it keeps their sparkle intact for decades.


 

🌟 Metal Care — Keep the Glow

 

Your pieces are crafted from a range of exquisite metals — each with its own personality:


  • 14k Solid Gold: Naturally durable. Clean with warm water and a soft cloth. Store separately to avoid scratches.
  • 14k Gold Filled & 14k/20k Gold Vermeil: Avoid water, perfumes, and harsh chemicals. Gently polish to preserve the plating.
  • Sterling Silver & Continuum Silver: Develop a soft, natural patina over time. Clean with a silver polishing cloth; avoid moisture or harsh cleaners.

 

Fun fact: Gold never tarnishes, but all metals appreciate gentle care to maintain their brilliance.


 

🛠 Repairs & Damage — We’ve Got You


Even with careful wear, jewelry may occasionally need attention:


  • Contact me first — send photos and a description before shipping.
  • Repairs and stone replacements are available; fees depend on the work required.
  • Clients are responsible for shipping unless otherwise arranged.
  • Each repair is handled personally with precision and care, returning your piece looking as exquisite as the day it was made.


 

🧠 Quick Luxury Tips — Easy to Remember


  • Remove jewelry for showers, handwashing, or strenuous activity
  • Keep gemstones and metals away from harsh chemicals and lotions
  • Store each piece separately in soft pouches or compartments
  • Clean gently with a soft cloth — never ultrasonic or harsh cleaners for delicate stones

 


💌 Closing Note

 

“Every OpalOra piece is hand-selected, handcrafted, and designed to be worn, loved, and admired. With thoughtful care, your jewelry will shine today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.”