Gold Design Gold Jewelry Care and Maintenance

Question 1

What common household chemical should be avoided when cleaning gold jewelry because it can damage certain gemstones?

Accepted Answer

Chlorine bleach

Answer

Mild dish soap

Answer

Baking soda water

Answer

Plain warm water

Question 2

Which method is safest for routine cleaning of plain gold jewelry at home?

Accepted Answer

Warm water with mild dish soap and a soft brush

Answer

Ultrasonic cleaner

Answer

Boiling water

Answer

Toothpaste and a toothbrush

Question 3

Why should gold jewelry be stored separately from other jewelry pieces?

Accepted Answer

Because gold is softer and can be scratched by harder materials

Answer

To prevent tarnishing from air exposure

Answer

To maintain its color

Answer

Because gold conducts electricity

Question 4

What is the recommended frequency for professional cleaning and inspection of fine gold jewelry?

Accepted Answer

Once every 6 months to annually

Answer

Every 5 years

Answer

Once a year

Answer

Only when visibly dirty

Question 5

Which activity should be avoided while wearing gold jewelry to prevent damage?

Accepted Answer

Swimming in chlorinated pools

Answer

Walking

Answer

Reading

Answer

Sleeping with it on occasionally

Question 6

What is the best material for polishing gold jewelry to remove light surface scratches?

Accepted Answer

A jeweler's rouge cloth

Answer

Steel wool

Answer

Paper towel

Answer

Household scouring pad