Caring for Artificial and Costume Jewellery
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Artificial jewellery, whether kundan replicas, American diamond or simple costume pieces, generally requires gentler handling than solid metal jewellery, since the plating, glue and stone settings used in construction are more vulnerable to moisture, chemicals and rough handling over repeated wear, which explains why careful buyers rarely regret taking the extra time to check.
Avoiding contact with perfume, water and excessive humidity helps preserve the plating and prevent stones from loosening in their settings, while storing pieces separately in a soft pouch, rather than tangled together with other jewellery, prevents scratching and tangling that can damage delicate detail work.
Wiping artificial jewellery gently with a dry, soft cloth after wear removes residue that would otherwise sit against the plating for extended periods. With reasonably careful handling, artificial jewellery can genuinely last for years despite its lower cost compared with fine, solid gold pieces, something seasoned shoppers learn to check almost automatically after enough experience.