How you store your jewelry makes a real difference to how it ages. Air, humidity and friction are what you are protecting against.
Store each piece on its own
- Keep pieces separate so they don't scratch each other or tangle. The Portugal Jewels jewelry box your order comes in is ideal for this.
- Fasten necklaces and bracelets before putting them away, so the chains don't knot.
- Give gemstone pieces extra room so the stones don't knock against other items.
Choose the right spot
- A cool, dry, dark place, away from heat and humidity.
- Keep silver and gold in a closed pouch or an airtight box. Most tarnishing comes from contact with air, so the less air reaches the metal, the slower it darkens.
Why it matters
Silver darkens naturally over time, and good storage is the simplest way to slow it down. If a piece has already darkened, it isn't a fault and we can restore it, see Why silver darkens, and how to care for your jewelry.
