Colored Gemstone Care

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Colored Gemstone Care and Caring For Your Gemstone

At Villarreal Diamond Engagement Rings and Fine Jewelry, we love creating custom-made engagement rings, wedding rings, and other special occasion jewelry with unique colored gemstones. Beauty. Rarity. Durability. This is why colored gemstone care is important when maintaining the positive attributes of your jewelry and gemstones and what makes them valuable and, precious. Furthermore, beautiful colored gemstones provide the opportunity for unique personal expression.

DAILY HANDLING

Put on jewelry, especially cultured pearls, after you apply makeup, perfume or cologne.

DAILY WEAR

Remove jewelry before heavy yard work, home cleaning chores, working on heavy equipment or relaxing in a pool or spa (especially if you are in chlorine regularly).

NIGHT ROUTINE

After removing jewelry, wipe it gently with a soft cloth to remove residues of the day. Store items in a jewelry case or soft cloth so that they do not touch each other. This avoids the potential of harder gemstones scratching softer ones.

SPECIALIZED CLEANING

Discuss how to clean your jewelry with Villarreal Diamond Engagement Rings and Fine Jewelry or your local jeweler. Avoid home cleaning solutions, including home ultrasonics, unless you are sure the item is suitable for home cleaning. Some jewelry is suited to home cleaning with a mild soap solution and a soft brush. Always rinse and dry your jewelry thoroughly after cleaning and before storage.

SIX-MONTH CLEANING

Ask Villarreal Fine Jewelers or your local jeweler to clean your jewelry every six months.

TWELVE-MONTH CLEANING

At least once a year, ask Villarreal Diamond Engagement Rings and Fine Jewelry or your local jeweler to check the security of your jewelry. Are the prongs holding your gemstone secure? Is the clasp secure? Do the cultured pearls need to be restrung? Does the ring still fit securely, or does it need to be resized? During this check, your jeweler might also recommend a re-polishing of the gemstone itself in order to restore the gem’s original beauty.

INSURANCE

Discuss your potential insurance needs with your local jeweler or home insurance agent.