As recommended by the Cultured Pearl Information Center: Cultured pearls are more delicate than any other gemstone or precious metal and require special care to ensure that they will remain clean, bright and lustrous for generations to come. Cosmetics, perfume and hairspray all contain chemicals that may dull the luster of a pearl if subject to heavy and prolonged exposure.

*Pearls should be put on after the application of makeup, perfume and hairspray. It is always preferable to wipe down your pearls every week with a soft, moist cloth to remove any traces of these harmful elements.

*Cultured pearls should be kept away from hard or sharp jewellery that can scratch them. Pearls are best stored in a soft cloth pouch or a separately lined compartment of a jewellery box.

*Body oils, cosmetics and daily wear can weaken the silk thread on which your pearls are strung. If your pearls are worn often, it is best to have them re-strung at least once a year so they don’t break, making sure that there is an individual knot in between each pearl.

A good indicator that your pearls are due to be restrung is when the pearl can be moved back and forth between the knots. Our goldsmith is trained and highly skilled at pearl re-stringing so your pearls will not leave the premises. Not sure if your heirloom pearls you received are genuine? We will gladly identify if your pearls are genuine at no charge.