How to save your jewellery from the heat as temperatures soar to 28C
manchestereveningnews.co.ukWhilst June has been mostly dominated by dreary weather for the UK, the last week of soaring temperatures have been a welcome sight for some.
With the Met Office predicting temperatures ranging up to a sweltering 28°C in Greater Manchester, a jewellery specialist has warned that this this may cause potential threats to both cherished jewellery.
The heat poses not only a risk to beloved accessories, but also a threat to personal health. Anne Marie, a jewellery specialist from Liverpool-based Miltons Diamonds, has shared some essential tips on protecting your jewellery from damage during hot weather, along with important health warnings. READ MORE: Teen found GUILTY of murder after Kennie Carter stabbed in 'revenge' attack When caring for jewellery, it is crucial to avoid extensive exposure to direct sunlight, which can cause gemstones such as amethyst, topaz, and rose quartz to lose their lustre or become discoloured irrevocably.
A better alternative is to store such treasures in a shaded, cool place when not being worn, she said. Aside from sun rays themselves, the prolonged presence of salty sweat will likely tarnish metals like silver, as well as causing gemstones to become dull or pitted.
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