Signs of wear, including scratches, will inevitably appear in all precious metals and gems. When your gold pieces and/or stones develop visible scratches it is the time for maintenance, re-polishing and re-dipping. Many repair procedures can be done as you wait and often take under five minutes. Care and cleaning of your Diamond Jewelry: Your fine jewelry collection is a precious possession that is designed and crafted to last a lifetime. However, proper care is required to assure the lasting quality of your jewelry. Adam's Jewelry is pleased to offer simple guidelines for the care and cleaning of your fine diamond jewelry. Come in any Wednesday and we will clean your jewelry FREE of charge. General Tips Store your diamond jewelry in a clean, dry place. Keep your diamond jewelry in a fabric-lined jewelry case, or in a box with compartments and dividers. If you prefer to use ordinary boxes, wrap each piece individually in soft tissue paper. Don't jumble your diamond jewelry pieces in a drawer or jewelry case. Pieces can scratch each other. Be careful when removing your diamond jewelry to wash your hands. Do not leave your jewelry on the rim of a sink where it can easily slip down the drain. See your local jeweler at least once a year to have your diamond jewelry checked for loose prongs, worn mountings, and general wear and tear. Diamond Jewelry Diamond jewelry is very popular. Some pieces, such as diamond engagement and wedding rings, are often worn 24 hours a day. Even though you may wear your diamond jewelry around the clock, you should give thought to its care. Diamonds are durable, but they still require proper maintenance. diamonds can get smudged, soiled and dusty. Lotions, powders, soaps and natural skin oils can put a film on diamonds and squander their brilliance. Clean diamonds glow, because a maximum amount of light can enter the stone and return in dazzling brilliance. It takes just a little care to keep them that way: Do not wear diamond jewelry, especially rings, when doing rough work. Even though diamond is one of the hardest materials in nature, it can still be chipped by a sharp, sudden blow. Chlorine can damage and discolor the mounting on your diamond jewelry. Keep your diamond away from chlorine bleach or other household chemicals. You should also remove your diamond jewelry before entering a chlorinated pool or hot tub. Bring your jewelry into our store for any reason. We take great pride and responsibility for making your accessories sparkle and shine. Whether you have a piece that is broken, a diamond or colored gem that needs to be polished or simply need to replace a watch battery, Adam's is at your service for revitalizations and repairs. |