Yes, to retain the shine and lustre of our gold and sterling silver pieces, we recommend that you remove your jewellery to avoid its contact with water.    Salt water and fresh water contain minerals that damage precious metals. The chlorine in swimming pools is particularly damaging for gold and sterling silver and can lead to permanent discoloration.   Soapy water can leave a thin film that makes pieces appear faded and dull, so we do recommend also removing our jewellery when washing, including rings.