Jewellery Care

Our jewellery carries history and just like any piece of history, it deserves to be cherished. Each Mintique of Cambridge design is handmade from authentic coins and built to last a lifetime with a little love and care.

Below you’ll find our best tips to keep your rings, necklaces, and other pieces looking their best.

  • Lotions and perfumes

    Apply perfume, lotions, hairspray, and makeup then wait for them to settle in before putting on your jewellery.

  • Exercise

    Sweat, friction, and impact can dull the finish or damage your jewellery over time. Remove your pieces before running, gym workouts, or other physical activities to keep them looking their best.

  • Water and harsh chemicals

    Remove pieces before swimming, showering, exercising, or cleaning as moisture and chlorine can dull the finish or cause tarnishing.
  • plastic zip loc bag

    Keep it airtight

    Store each piece in its Mintique box or a small zip-lock bag to slow down tarnishing and prevent tangling chains.

  • remove the jewellery pieces in the image and just show the box

    Separate pieces

    Prevent scratches by storing items individually.

  • sunlight beaming down

    Damp or heat

    Keep jewellery away from bathrooms, radiators, and direct sunlight.

  • Sterling silver pieces

    Mix mild dish soap with warm water and gently clean using a soft cloth or toothbrush. Rinse thoroughly and dry well. Use a silver polishing cloth for regular upkeep - add ours to your order.

  • Post-1920 pieces (non sterling silver)

    Clean gently with a soft microfiber cloth. For light tarnish, wipe with a mix of lemon juice or white vinegar and a little salt, then rinse and dry thoroughly. For a brighter finish use a silver polishing cloth.

  • Irish Threepence Necklace

    For all pieces

    Avoid silver dips or harsh chemicals. Don’t soak necklaces with chains for prolonged periods - moisture trapped between links can cause dulling. Always dry completely before storing.

Each Mintique piece has lived a life before you worn smooth by time, history, and now your own story. With just a little care, your jewellery will continue to shine for generations to come.