Made for everyday wear. Worth caring for.

Your Quarter Carat jewellery is crafted from solid 6K gold, designed to be worn, loved and enjoyed every day.

Unlike gold-plated jewellery, our 6K gold is a solid gold alloy throughout, meaning there's no outer layer of gold plating to wear away.

But even solid gold needs a little care. Whether your piece is plain gold or set with lab-grown diamonds or other gemstones, a few simple habits will help protect its finish and keep it looking its best.

Here's everything you need to know.

1. Everyday Jewellery Care

Our jewellery is designed for everyday life, but there are times when it's best to take it off.

We recommend removing your jewellery before:

• Swimming or showering: Chlorine, saltwater, soaps and other products can affect your gold's finish over time.

• Exercising: Weightlifting, contact sports and other physical activities can scratch, bend or damage jewellery.

• Cleaning: Household cleaning products can contain chemicals that react with the metals in your gold alloy.

• Applying beauty products: Perfumes, lotions, hairspray and skincare products can leave residue on gold and gemstones.

• Sleeping: Fine chains can become tangled, while rings and settings may catch on bedding.

Our tip: Make your jewellery the last thing you put on when getting ready and the first thing you take off when you get home.

2. How to Clean Your 6K Gold Jewellery at Home

Over time, natural skin oils, moisturiser, soap and everyday dirt can build up on your jewellery, making it look less bright.

The good news? A gentle clean at home is often all it needs.

Our simple cleaning guide:

1. Fill a small bowl with lukewarm water and add a few drops of mild dishwashing liquid.

2. Place your plain gold or securely set diamond jewellery in the water for a few minutes.

3. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently clean the jewellery, paying attention to small details and hard-to-reach areas.

4. Rinse carefully in a separate bowl of clean, lukewarm water.

5. Pat dry with a soft, lint-free cloth and allow to dry completely before storing.

For a quick refresh, simply wipe your jewellery with a clean, soft jewellery cloth.

What to avoid: Toothpaste, abrasive cleaners, bleach, harsh chemicals and stiff brushes. These can scratch or damage the surface of your gold.

If your piece contains pearls, delicate gemstones or other materials, check the appropriate care instructions before soaking it.

3. Caring for Your Lab-Grown Diamonds

Some Quarter Carat pieces feature beautiful lab-grown diamonds.

Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds. They have the same chemical composition, physical properties and hardness as naturally mined diamonds, with the difference being how they are formed.

Diamonds are incredibly hard and resistant to scratching, but they're not indestructible. A strong impact can chip a diamond or damage the gold setting holding it in place.

Keeping your diamonds clean

Diamonds naturally attract oils from your skin, moisturisers and other everyday products. This build-up can make them appear dull over time.

For securely set diamond jewellery, follow our gentle cleaning method above, using lukewarm water, mild dishwashing liquid and a very soft toothbrush.

Pay particular attention to the underside of the diamond, where oils and dirt can collect.

Avoid using home ultrasonic cleaners unless your jewellery has been professionally assessed as suitable.

Our tip: A diamond that looks a little dull may simply need cleaning. But if the stone appears to have shifted or feels loose, stop wearing the piece and have the setting checked before cleaning it.

4. How to Tell If a Stone Is Loose

Your diamonds and gemstones are held in place by carefully made settings, but with regular wear, accidental knocks or pressure, a setting can sometimes become damaged or loosen.

It's a good habit to look over your jewellery occasionally, especially pieces you wear every day.

Signs to look out for:

• Movement: A stone appears to move, tilt or sit differently from when you first received it.

• A rattling sound: A faint clicking or rattling noise may indicate that a stone is no longer sitting securely in its setting.

• Catching on clothing: A claw that repeatedly catches on fabric or hair may be lifted, worn or damaged.

• Uneven claws: One of the small metal claws holding your stone appears raised, bent, worn or out of position.

• A visible gap: You notice a space between a claw and the gemstone that wasn't there before.

You can visually inspect your jewellery in good lighting, but avoid pushing, twisting or deliberately moving the stones to test them.

If something doesn't look or feel right, it's always better to have it checked.

5. What to Do If a Stone Comes Loose

If you suspect a stone is loose, stop wearing the jewellery immediately.

Continuing to wear the piece can increase the risk of the stone falling out or the setting becoming more damaged.

Place your jewellery somewhere safe and contact the Quarter Carat team for assistance.

Depending on the condition of your piece, we can help you explore options for:

• Checking the security and condition of your stone settings

• Inspecting and tightening loose claws

• Assessing damaged or worn settings

• Resetting a loose or dislodged stone

• Discussing repair options if a stone has been lost

If a stone has fallen out and you still have it, keep it safely with your jewellery so it can be assessed for resetting.

We're here to help.

If you have any concerns about your jewellery, please contact us before attempting to repair or adjust it yourself. Our team can guide you through the next steps and help arrange an assessment where appropriate.

Repair options and any applicable costs will depend on the condition of the piece and the nature of the issue.

6. How Often Should You Have Your Settings Checked?

We recommend having frequently worn stone-set jewellery professionally inspected approximately once a year.

A jeweller can examine the settings, check for signs of wear and identify claws that may need attention before a stone is lost.

If your jewellery receives a hard knock, catches on something or begins to feel different, don't wait for your next inspection.

Even the most carefully made settings can require maintenance over time.

A small check today can help prevent a bigger problem tomorrow.

7. Storing Your Jewellery

When you're not wearing your jewellery, store it somewhere clean, dry and safe.

We recommend keeping pieces in a soft jewellery pouch or fabric-lined jewellery box, ideally separated from one another.

This is particularly important for diamond-set jewellery, as diamonds can scratch gold and other gemstones when stored together.

For necklaces and bracelets, fastening the clasp before storing can help prevent tangling.

Avoid keeping your jewellery loose in handbags, drawers or other places where it may be knocked or scratched.

8. A Little Wear Is Normal

Fine surface scratches and changes in polish are a natural part of wearing solid gold jewellery.

Because Quarter Carat jewellery is made from solid 6K gold, rather than gold plating, there is no plated gold layer to wear off.

However, the surface can still develop scratches, lose some of its original shine or experience discolouration over time, particularly with exposure to chemicals, moisture and everyday products.

Depending on the design and condition of your jewellery, professional cleaning or polishing may help restore its appearance.

Caring for Jewellery Made to Last

At Quarter Carat, we believe jewellery should be worn and enjoyed, not kept away for special occasions.

Our 6K gold pieces are made from a solid gold alloy containing 25% pure gold, thoughtfully developed to make genuine gold jewellery more accessible.

And like any piece worth keeping, a little care makes all the difference.

Clean it gently. Store it thoughtfully. Check your settings occasionally. And if something doesn't seem right, reach out to us.

Solid gold. Simple care. Made for everyday life.