Introduction
History & Philosophy
Bernhard H. Mayer® was founded more than a century
ago and has since been built on the principles of excellence in design and
quality in standards.
Established in 1871 in Pforzheim, Germany’s City of
Gold, Bernhard H. Mayer® has steadily grown in the luxury industry and has
provided premium items that are products of more than a hundred years of
knowledge and experience in the crafting and manufacturing of precious metals.
Inspired by a vision to enrich the eternal value of
precious metals and gemstones and render quality jewellery and timepieces for
discerning customers, we commit to offering an exclusive variety of products
created with the exceptional skills and passion of our specialised designers
and craftsmen.
Our collections range from classic to contemporary
styles, presenting exquisite sparkle, colour and design.
Manufacturing Excellence
The exclusive timepieces and jewellery designed by
Bernhard H. Mayer® uphold the highest standards of product quality and
craftsmanship.
Established traditions are respected in the
creation, design and production of all Bernhard H. Mayer® products. Brilliant
timepieces are manufactured in accordance with Swiss watchmaking traditions and
standards, whilst gems and precious metals are chosen and crafted into
jewellery based on guidelines set by premier jewellery institutions.
Authenticity in the quality of Bernhard H. Mayer®
products is part of a continuing commitment to product excellence.
Watch Showcase
What began more than a century ago continues
successfully in the decades to come. Bernhard H. Mayer® offers selections of
timepieces designed to suit the personal tastes of its wearers. All Bernhard H.
Mayer® watches are Swiss made in accordance with Swiss standards of quality and
assurance. Both technical and aesthetic designs are ensured by the specialised
craftsmanship and exceptional skills of watchmakers that render a tradition of
excellence.
Jewellery Showcase
From classic styles to contemporary renditions,
Bernhard H. Mayer® offers selections of fine jewellery that present exquisite
sparkle, colour and design. Gems and precious metals are chosen and crafted
into jewellery based on guidelines set by premier jewellery institutions.
Each jewellery piece is lovingly and expertly
designed and made by skilled jewellers.
Watch Care
If you have a hand-wound watch, it is advisable to
wind it every morning. Mechanical watches must be serviced at least every three
to five years to have the mechanics checked and relubricated. The tiny parts
inside the watch are under tremendous strain, so friction is their greatest
enemy. Lubrication prevents the bearings from drying out and grinding away the
steel parts.
Exposing your watch to high temperatures, such as
placing it on the dashboard of your vehicle or submerging it in a hot tub, may
cause the watch to malfunction, may shorten battery life, or may damage its
internal components. Leaving the watch in extreme cold temperatures may cause irregular
timekeeping.
Do not expose an analogue quartz watch to magnetism.
If you do, it may temporarily stop operating or may show gain or loss in time.
To ensure that it maintains its water resistance,
make sure the crown of the watch is always pushed against the case. You should
have your watch checked once a year for water resistance. Condensation inside
your watch is an indication that its water resistance has been affected.
For maximum performance, regularly wipe your watch
with a clean, soft cloth. Stains, water spots and dirt that have accumulated on
the case, crystal or bank may cause premature wear. If you use your
water-resistant watch in the shower, chlorinated water or saltwater, rinse it
with fresh water and dry it thoroughly afterwards.
Care for the Crystal Surface
A watch may have a scratch-resistant sapphire
crystal face, but that doesn't mean you should toss your watch on top of the
dresser or into a drawer at the end of the day. It is better to store or wrap
it in a soft cloth before placing it down.
Replace broken or scratched crystals immediately.
Even a hairline crack can bring dust or moisture into the mechanism, affecting
the accuracy.
Care for Metal Bracelets
If you participate in activities that cause you to
sweat excessively, you may want to consider getting a watch with a metal
bracelet or rubber strap, rather than a leather strap.
Since the metal bracelet is worn next to the skin,
it collects dust and perspiration, which becomes soiled if not cleaned
regularly. This is particularly true of the inner mesh of the bracelet.
When soil and rust are present in a bracelet, they
are dissolved by perspiration and can cause staining of the cuffs and, in some
instances, irritation of the skin.
Wipe dirt and perspiration off with a soft, dry,
lint-free cloth. If the watch is water resistant, you can occasionally clean
the bracelet with a soft brush and warm soapy water. Dry the bracelet
completely.
A toothpick can also be used to clean any dirt that
has built up in the bracelet or casing of the watch.
Care for Leather Straps
Straps that are made of natural and genuine leather
will gradually deteriorate with constant exposure to perspiration. If not
cleaned, perspiration can wash out the natural oils and cause the leather to
become dry. Any moisture should be blotted with a soft cloth or paper towel and
the strap should be allowed to dry naturally.
Salt residue and soil can be removed from leather
straps by cleaning it with a dampened soft cloth and mild soap (or saddle soap,
which is special leather soap).
Wear the strap slightly loose, with an allowance of
one finger space between the wrist and strap. This invites air circulation and
allows any moisture to evaporate.
Care for Rubber Straps
Rubber straps should be washed frequently with mild
soap and warm water using a soft brush.
Solvents, oils, perspiration, tanning lotions and
salt can cause rubber to deteriorate if not removed.
Jewellery Care
With the proper care, precious jewellery should last
for decades and remain a valuable possession. By taking good care and applying
practical advice, you can safeguard your jewellery and ensure it stays with you
forever.
Protect your jewellery from sharp blows, scratches,
chemicals, sunlight and extreme temperatures. Store your jewellery in a
soft-lined box or pouch. Try to keep your jewellery pieces apart, so that they
don't rub against each other or get tangled up.
Wear jewellery for appropriate occasions. Avoid
wearing rings when doing household chores or engaging in sporting activities.
Stones can be knocked loose and jewellery may come in contact with abrasive
elements, which discolour the metal.
Don't let your jewellery come into contact with nail
polish removers, perfume or hairspray. This may discolour gold or make pearls
turn yellow. Put jewellery on only after you have applied cosmetics or sprays.
Settings can become clogged with soap and hand
cream. Take rings and bracelets off when washing your hands. When using a
public lavatory, secure hand rings to your necklace or place them in a pouch
inside your handbag or purse.
Heat and hot water can loosen jewellery settings in
which an adhesive has been used. Pearl rings, earrings and pendants have this
type of setting, so take extra care with them.
Never go swimming with your jewellery. Chlorine in
swimming pools can cause extensive damage.
Clean your jewellery periodically. Use a soft
toothbrush and warm soapy water to get into any difficult nooks and crannies.
You can also purchase a professional jewellery cleaning product. Make sure to
read the manufacturer's instructions.
Gold, Platinum and Silver Care Tips
Like all jewellery, gold should be periodically
cleaned and checked for wear and breakage. You can clean it with warm, soapy
water or let your jeweller repolish it.
Platinum jewellery should be cleaned using a
prepackaged jewellery cleaner, or have it cleaned professionally by your
jeweller. As with all precious jewellery, store pieces separately to avoid
scratching.
Sterling silver will tarnish with time and wear. Polish
it by rubbing or buffing with a soft cotton cloth or sunshine cloth. If you
store your silver in a plastic bag with an interlocking seal, it will be less
prone to becoming tarnished. Some silver jewellery pieces are coated with
rhodium, which is designed to make it tarnish resistant. Clean rhodium-coated
sterling silver with a soft polishing rag or a fine silver cleaner. Do not use
silver dip as it may cause potential damage to the rhodium finish or any inlaid
gemstone.
Diamond Care Tips
Many people think diamonds are indestructible, but
special care is still required to protect them from loss or damage.
While they are resistant to heat, scratches and can
be cut only by another diamond, strong impact against a diamond's girdle can
cause chipping or abrasion.
Make sure your diamonds are safely secured in their
settings, especially those with claw-set rings. Do not use soft metals like 24k
gold. Jewellery with loose stones should be repaired by a jeweller before being
worn again.
Diamonds scratch other jewellery, so keep them
wrapped or store them separately, especially from other diamond jewellery.
Diamonds can be covered by a greasy film caused by
dead skin, dust and grit. There are several ways to clean your diamonds,
depending on the metal mount it is set in.
Most diamonds set in gold or platinum can be cleaned
in a detergent bath consisting of warm water and a mild household detergent.
Gently scrub with a soft, non-metallic brush and rinse in warm water. Wipe with
a soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid using cleaning agents that contain abrasives,
such as toothpaste.
Diamonds set in gold alloys with high karat (18k and
above) will not be damaged by household chemicals. However, lower karat alloys
(14k and below) are subject to stress corrosion by chlorine-based bleach and
other cleaning chemicals. Avoid contact between these chemicals and your
jewellery.
Ultrasonic cleaners perform the job with liquids,
usually a mixture of ammonia and detergent. It is best to have a professional
jeweller clean your diamonds, but for a quick homemade remedy, you can prepare
a solution consisting of one-part ammonia to six-parts water.
Gemstone Care Tips
To minimise jewellery rubbing together, use a
jewellery box with different compartments that are well-padded. Or, better still,
keep them in their individual boxes.
Use a proper, manufactured solution to clean
gemstones. Such products can be bought from most jewellery outlets. Hard stones
such as diamonds, garnets, sapphires, rubies and amethysts can be dipped in a
bowl of warm, soapy water and brushed with an old, soft toothbrush. Be careful
not to poke under the gemstones as this may dislodge them from their setting.
Amber can be cleaned in the same manner, as long as it is dried straight away.
Some stones can be quite porous (such as pearls, jade, jet, lapis, emeralds,
opal and turquoise), so they should not be dipped in water. Dipping can strip
some of these stones of their oils.
Some stones are also damaged by sunlight. These
include:
Amethyst: becomes paler.
Ametrine: may change colour.
Aquamarine: becomes paler.
Aventurine: translucent types often lose colour.
Beryl: brown or orange types may become pale pink.
Citrine: may change colour.
Kunzite: becomes pale or loses colour.
Rose Quartz: becomes paler.
Smoky Quartz: becomes paler.
Gemstones that are mounted on rings may become loose
or rattle. If this occurs, visit your local jeweller before it's too late. It
is much cheaper to have the prongs repaired than to replace a gemstone. Prongs
are easily 're-tipped' by most jewellers in order to keep the stone secure.
Pearl Care Tips
Most pearls worn today are cultured, and though
cultured pearls have thicker coatings, they are more fragile than other
gemstones.
Pearls consist of an organic material called
conchiolin, which is susceptible to acidic substances such as sweat, vinegar,
fruit juices and detergents. These acids cause discolouration, loss of lustre,
and dissolution of the aragonite crystals that make up the layers of nacre.
Clean your pearls immediately to counter these damaging effects. Use a soft,
dry, lint-free cloth such as silicon cloth or chamois to wipe your pearls. You
can dampen the cloth with water as long as you allow your pearls to air dry
before storing them. Stubborn dirt can be washed away with a mild soap solution
(try using Ivory Flakes). Placing a drop of olive oil on the cloth can help
maintain lustre. Do not use abrasive cloths, ammonia-based cleaners, harsh
detergents, or an ultrasonic cleaner for cleaning your pearls.
Even if pearls are exceptionally cohesive and
shockproof, they rank low on the Mohs hardness scale. Avoid permanent scarring
caused by contact with sharp objects or rough surfaces.
Pearl necklaces or bracelets must be restrung at
least once a year. Silk or nylon strings absorb sweat and humidity and will
either stretch, loosen or suddenly break. If there is space between the pearls,
it is an indication that the string must soon be replaced. When having pearls
customised into a necklace or bracelet, request the jeweller to leave a knot
between each pearl to prevent them from rubbing against each other. This will
also ensure that only one pearl will drop if the string breaks.
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