Diamond and jewelry
maintenance
Store your jewelry in a fabric-lined box, each piece separately or individually wrapped in tissue to prevent scratches. Always apply lotion, hairspray and perfume before dressing in jewelry to avoid oils and perspiration on the jewel. Clean your jewelry often, because oils, lotions and soaps cause them to look dull. If your jewelry is seriously soiled, it should be cleaned professionally. Clean your diamond jewelry with a soft brush dipped in warm water and rinse under running water. Please be careful, as your piece may slip down the drain. Always keep your laboratory reports in a safe location.
And always remember to treat each piece as if it were a family heirloom, for someday it may be.
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Tips
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Keep your Laboratory Reports in a safe location, seperate from jewelry pieces, for security.
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Have your jewelry cleaned and checked by a professional for worn mountings, loose prongs and general condition at least once per year.
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Have white gold re-plated, platinum re-polished and prongs re-tipped as necessary to maintain original condition (generally every 24 months or so).
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Have frequently-worn pearls restrung as necessary, with a knot between each pearl to prevent loss if the string breaks.
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Some colored gemstones should not be exposed to sudden temperature changes; know your pieces and their needs.
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Select daily-wear jewelry that is in harmony with your lifestyle and schedule of activities.