Did you know that a third of people who purchase diamonds from their local jewelers will spend more than $1,000 on a single piece? Fine jewelry is a beautiful accessory, meant for catching the eye. Most common among these jewels are diamond engagement and wedding rings.
For being one of the most valuable and meaningful pieces of custom jewelry people own, it’s often neglected and subject to the trials of everyday wear. Caring for your rings is important if you want to keep them dazzling as long as possible. Let’s look at the whys and hows of properly caring for your precious jewels.
It’s Good For You
A lot of people out there wear their jewelry all day, every day. This is especially true of engagement rings. Not only is it good for the ring to be cleaned now and then, but it’s good for your skin, too! The build-up of sometimes invisible grime against the skin has been known to cause irritation and infection if not properly cleaned. Stay away from that happening and let your ring take a bath every once in a while.
They’ll Last Longer
Sort of an offshoot of the previous piece of advice, responsible cleaning and maintenance will help your ring last longer. Everyday wear and tear isn’t always easily visible, but even some of the smallest of taps run the risk of loosening a stone (or a few). Bringing it in for metal repair and stone tightening every few months is recommended for keeping from stone loss and general upkeep that’s barely visible to most wearers, at first.
Stay Bright!
Fine jewelry can be deceptive in the sense that precious stones and metals seem beautiful even when they’re dirty or in need of repair. Some people even go so far as thinking that precious stones and metals can’t be damaged! Yes, diamonds are incredibly resilient and metals are difficult to harm, but years and years of daily use will cause stress to the metal and gemstones alike. You want to keep that ring as shiny and brilliant as the day you received it. Don’t fall into the trap of complacency — invest in everlasting sparkle!
If you aren’t sure where to start, a quick stop at one of your local jewelers‘ shops would be your best bet. They know exactly what your ring (or any other piece you have) needs to stay bright and beautiful; just like you.