You shouldn't wear gloves, that's a good way to drop it. Handle it carefully by the edges and work over a table with a soft cloth. Look to see if the holder will pop open by placing a blade in the sealing crack. Try and get better pictures first by bracing the camera and using good light. Look at the pictures first before posting them. Perhaps we can save you some trouble. As bright as it looks, it might have been cleaned and polished. Take your time!