While it can be fun to shop for jewelry, things can get stressful when you are in the market for an expensive item of jewelry. Depending on the material a piece of jewelry is made of, the price varies greatly for each piece. The uneducated shopper can easily end up paying over the odds. This article contains some great tips to help you make a wise jewelry purchase.

Steer clear of ammonia, bleach or other strong chemical solvents when you need to clean these items. This could cause the stone to change color or become dull in appearance, and it may eat away at the enamel on the piece.

Don’t keep your jewelry in open air or someplace with a lot of humidity. It’s best to store it in a closed box, like a jewelry box, or a drawstring bag. Metals will become tarnished when exposed to air and humidity. …