How to Clean Pearls Jewelry

Many of us have Pearl Jewelry which also happens to be some of our most prized possessions. I personally own several pieces of pearl ornaments including an antique pearl necklace passed on to me and also worn by me at the time of my wedding, a pearl tiara, 2 pearl sets received as gifts from my guy and a pearl necklace I received as a bridesmaid of my best friend. These pearl ornaments hold sentimental value to me and I would not want them to be damaged or look dirty at any cost. I am sure you may have some pearl jewelry too. Pearls are one of the most beautiful of gemstones. Pearl is an organic gemstone and should be cleaned delicately as it is highly sensitive to the chemicals that are used to clean jewelry and can be damaged if handled in a rough manner. If you have some heirloom jewelry it is better to get it cleaned by an expert as no one can clean pearls or any jewelry better than a professional.

Given below are some tips to clean pearl jewelry safely.

• Wipe Pearls using a cloth dipped in lukewarm water and allow it to dry.
• Put the pearls in lukewarm water with 2-3 drops of mild shampoo for 2-3 minutes. Remove and rinse the pearls gently and then wipe the moisture using a towel and allow it to dry.
• Clean the pearls using chamois leather.
• Pearl necklaces can be cleaned by placing them in powdered magnesia. Wipe of the pearl next day with a clean cloth.

It is advisable to store Pearl jewelry in separate bags or pouches and not mix with other jewelry as it can cause scratches on your valuable pearls. Exposure to perfumes, hair spray, household chemicals, cosmetics or too much moisture can be harmful to the pearls and can result in the pearls losing its shine. Never use ultrasonic cleaners or chemicals to clean your jewelry or handle it harshly.

Famous Spinel Gemstones

Spinel is probably one of the most mistaken gemstones because of its similarity with precious gemstones. The Spinel Gemstones is seen in colors like red, pink, violet, purple, green, yellow, orange, brown, black, lavender, mauve, greenish blue and blue. The red Spinal used to be mistaken as Ruby for ages which also got this stone a lot of undeserved attention. The most popular and famous of all Spinals is perhaps the magnificent 170-carat red spinel Black Prince's Ruby which adorns the Imperial State Crown in the British Crown Jewels. Queen Elizabeth owned 352 carets Timur Ruby is also equally famous. Another spinel reputed because of its size is the Samarian Spinel weighing 500 carats which is part of the Iranian Crown Jewels. This gemstone has a hole in it and as per the legend this stone is believed to be adorned in the neck of the golden calf mentioned in the Bible which was made by the Israelites for worshiping while Moses was receiving the Ten Commandments. What is great about the Spinels are even though they bear a close resemblance with other Precious Gemstones they are affordable. So if you are on a tight budget but want a good looking gem this may be the one for you.

Famous Tanzanite Gemstones

Tanzanite Gemstone is a very popular choice with woman as Gemstone Jewelry because of his beautiful bluish purple color and rarity. The property of Pleochroism of this stone makes it even more attractive when it is used for making gemstone jewelry. Despite of its high prize women love to wear this gem set on jewelry be it rings, necklace, earrings, pendant or bracelet. A wearer of the Tanzanite gemstones exudes elegance and class. After all Tanzanite Jewelry is much more a prized possession than Diamond. However, the most beautiful and magnificent of all is the famous 242 carets Queen of Kilimanjaro set in a Tiara along with diamonds and garnets now displayed at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto. Another reputed one is the world's largest faceted tanzanite is said to be 737.81 carats.

Black Diamond Gemstones

Black Diamonds are among the world's rarest diamonds. They are also Carbonado Diamonds. The diamonds are not really black but contains dark inclusions or impurities that result in the black look of the gem. It is believed that these stones were formed in the centre of the earth about 3.5 billion years ago and were brought into the surface because of volcanic eruptions. Black diamonds get their color from the presence of minerals like magnetite and Hematite.

Numerology Numbers and Gemstones

One of the most popular methods of wearing Gemstones is based on the numerology number of the individual. All of us have a numerology number ranging from one to nine. The Gemstones representing the numbers are given below.

Number 1 : Ruby
Number 2 : Moonstone, Pearl
Number 3 : Yellow Sapphire
Number 4 : Gomedha
Number 5 : Emerald
Number 6 : Diamond
Number 7 : Cats Eye
Number 8 : Blue Sapphire
Number 9 : Red Coral

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Yellow Sapphire Gemstone

Yellow Sapphire is the Planetary Gemstone of Jupiter according to Astrology. The sub stone of Yellow Sapphire is golden topaz. Citrine is a weaker substitute for planet Jupiter and should be worn of minimum five carets. Yellow Zircon can also be used. Yellow Sapphires are considered bearers of good fortune and success. This gemstone is also referred to as 'Pukhraj' or 'Pokhraj' or 'Pokharaj'.  You can also wear a yellow sapphire if one lacks enthusiasm or suffer from Depression, anxiety, melancholy, moodiness and self-pity. Procedure of Wearing Yellow Sapphire

Ruby Gemstone

Ruby is one of the Precious Gemstones and Planetary Gemstone of  Sun according to Astrology.The sub stones or substitutes are ratva Agate and Garnet. Rubies if worn on left side of the body as rings, bracelets or brooches have the ability to dispel evil thoughts and reconcile disputes. Ruby is obtained from the mines and available in shades of red. This stone gives stability and removes fear. Ruby should be worn when your horoscope displays the planet Sun as your weakest planet. One can also wear it if one lacks self-confidence, self-esteem, self-respect and optimism.

Procedure for wearing Ruby Gemstones

Sodalite Gemstone

Sodalite is normally seen as a blue colored semiprecious stone with white calcite specks. This stone is often confused with Lapis Lazuli gemstone because of its resemblance with the stone. The most common color of sodalite is blue. It can also be found in other colors including the colorless, green, grey-white, light-red, pink and yellow with transparency ranging from transparent to translucent. This gem is used for carvings and jewelry. Read more on Sodalite Gemstone

Rock Crystal or Spatik Gemstone

Rock Crystal is the cold, transparent and colorless variety of quartz. This stone is representation of purity,peace, knowledge and beauty.  It is widely used for making beautiful jewellery, idols and for healing purposes. Rock Crystal, also known as Spatik Mani, is the sub stone of Diamond Gemstone and representation of the Planet Venus.

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Jasper Gemstone

Jasper Gemstone is seen in many varieties and in a wide range of colors including red, green, yellow, black and brown. It often contains organic material and mineral oxides which give it interesting patterns, bands and colors. There are several popular varieties of Jasper with fancy names like the leopard skin, poppy, fancy, Dalmatian, rainbow, orbicular, royal plume, Ocean jasper etc. This is an ornamental gemstone and is used to make fancy jewelry. Jasper is found in many countries. It is sometimes used to create bowls, carvings and other objects and to adorn buildings. Jasper is one of the birth stones listed for the Sun Sign of Virgo. It is also the Mystical birthstone for the month of October.

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Jade Gemstone

Jade is  considered the stone of healing, hope and love. This is an ornamental stone and comes in a variety of colors like red, orange, yellow, green, white, blue, lavender, black, grey, brown and cream. Jade is extremely popular as pendants, rings, necklaces and pendants. Other than jewelry jade is also used to make snuff-boxes, cigarette holders, figurines and bowls. This gem is the ancient Birthstone for those born in the month of May and the anniversary stone associated with the 12^th year of marriage.

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Azurite Gemstone

Azurite is a  blue colored stone. It is formed from the oxidation of copper ores.  The other names associated with Azurite are 'Blue Bice' and 'Blue Verditer’. This stone is normally found along with Malachite Gemstones. Because of its color of this stone it is used in creating blue pigment for paints and fabric dyes.

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Chiastolite Gemstone

Chiastolite is a variety of andalusite. It is also known as the "Cross Stone" because of the natural cross like pattern on the stone. This stone has been used since ancient times for protection and to ward off evil eye. This stone is found in white, red, brown, orange and green. Chiastolite Bead necklaces and jewelry are quite popular because of its unique design.

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Hematite gemstone

Hematite gemstone, also known as Haematite, is a form of Iron Oxide. This stone comes in colors ranging from Silvery Grey to Black, opaque red or reddish brown. This gem is associated with the Zodiac Signs of Aries, Aquarius and Capricorn. This gemstone is associated with the base, solar plexus and heart chakra and hence is a good stone for those looking for stability and security in life and for improving relationships. The Planet associated with this stone is Mars and numerology gemstone for number 9.

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Boji Stones

Boji stones are primarily made up of pyrite, which gives them their blackish brown color and are found in flat and spherical in shape. Boji Stones also come in beautiful rainbow colors. Boji Stones vibrate to the numbers 1 and 9 in numerology. The Zodiac Signs associated with these Stones are Aquarius, Scorpio, Leo and Taurus. Boji stones assist in aligning all of the chakras from the crown chakra to the root chakra. 

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Hessonite Gemstone

The astrological Gem stone of Rahu is Hessonite. This stone is also referred to as Gomedh, Gomedhak, Raju ratna and Ping Spatik. All the ill effects of Rahu in Horoscope can be remedied by wearing Gomed. The name 'Gomedh' is a sanskrit word which means 'of the color of the cow urine'. Wearing Gomed gives one mental peace and freedom from worries. It is also said to avoid problems due to snakes and false allegations.Gomed is also good for those suffering from allergies, skin disorder, piles, epilepsy, infection of eyes, cold, sinus infection, fatigue, insomnia, BP etc. It is said that no enemy could face the wearer of Gomed gemstone.

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Pearls

Pearl is the gemstone for the Zodiac Sign Cancer. This gem is associated with the Moon which is representation of the mind. The sub stones or substitute stones of Chandra are white coral, moon stone and milky agate. This gem is also referred to as 'Moti'.Pearls are available in different shapes and colors. Pearl is the Queen of Gems and an emblem of purity and innocence. 

Procedure of Wearing Pearl 

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Tourmaline Gemstone

Tourmaline gemstones are found in different colors depending on the chemical composition of the different stones. These stone is known by different names like Verdelite (Green), Rubellite (Pink), Schorl (Black), Indicolite (Blue), Achroite (colorless), Canary (Yellow), watermelon tourmaline. Tourmaline is the birthstone of October.This stone is used as a substitute gem stone. Red, white,green, yellow and blue colored tourmaline are substitutes for ruby,diamond, emerald, yellow sapphire and blue sapphire respectively. This gemstone is also referred to as ‘Rainbow Gemstone'.

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Angelite Gemstone

Angelite gemstone is formed from celestite that has been compressed for many millions of years. Angelite, also known as Blue Anhydrite, is a pale lilac-blue stone.  It is a stone of awareness and promotes compassion and understanding. This stone can bring serenity, inner peace and a sense of calm.Angelite stone is useful in treating thyroid, weight control and for reducing pains. 

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Jet Gemstone

Jet is a stone belonging to the Organic Gemstones category. As the name indicates it is seen in black or dark brown color and is formed from fossilized wood. Jet is also known as black amber although it is not actually amber. Jet is an important gemstone for the 1st Chakra. Jet can be used to open up to psychic experiences and for assistance and receiving spiritual enlightenment.

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