Seven Diamond Jewelry Care Tips

“Diamonds are forever;” it's a line we hear all the time but we must not take it literally. Just because diamonds are durable doesn't mean that we should just leave it behind. Keep in mind that diamond jewelry don't come cheap so it is only natural for you to take good care of it.

It would be great to have a piece of jewelry that still looks the same even though it has been a year since you bought it. To make this possible, you will have to take good care of your diamond jewelry. Of course, it is very impractical to keep on buying diamond jewelry simply because the previous set has lost its luster. So here are some diamond jewelry care tips.

1. Handle the diamond as seldom as possible. If you have a diamond ring avoid touching the diamond. Keep in mind that your fingertips have oils too and if you keep on touching the stone, the oils will accumulate and eventually will alter the look of your diamond.

Also, the oils may cause your diamond to lose its sparkle. This means that if you don't want your diamond ring to look like an imitation, you should refrain from touching it from time to time.

2. Diamonds can end up chipped, cracked or damaged if you wear them while doing some rough work like construction or gardening. When you do physical work, you don't really have to accessorize so keep your diamond jewelry in the jewelry box every time you do some rough chores. You wouldn't want to go to a party and let other people notice that your diamond looks like it went through hell and back.

3. When storing your diamond jewelry, avoid storing them along with your other jewelry because this can cause scratches and affect the physical appearance of your diamond jewelry. To store your diamond jewelry, place them in a fabric lined jewelry box that has compartments. In this way, your jewelry pieces won't end up bumping and scratching each other.

4. After each use, examine your diamond jewelry. Check for any loosened diamonds or misshapened prongs. This is highly applicable to diamond rings. If you notice any damaged or loosened prongs, bring your jewelry to the nearest professional jeweler to have it fixed as well as cleaned.

5. Avoid getting your diamond jewelry in contact with various chemicals like hairsprays, bleach, lotions, etc. as these can damage not only the stone but the band as well. It can result to less brilliance and even less sparkle.

6. To clean your diamond jewelry, you mix a few drops of ammonia with warm water. Soak your diamond jewelry in this solution for a few minutes, then gently scrub it using and old toothbrush or a soft bristled brush. When you're done, do not forget to rinse and dry.

7. Do not clean your diamond jewelry near the sink because there is a risk that it might slip through your hands and drop down the drain. Instead, clean your jewelry on the table using a dish and a towel.