Diamond Care

Diamonds may be the hardest substance on earth, but they are not indestructible. While they can be cut or polished only by another diamond, a hard blow can cause them to chip. Never wear your diamond jewelry when doing rough work.

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Tips for General Care

Even though you may wear your diamond engagement ring 24 hours a day, you should still give thought to its care.

• Don't wear it when you're doing rough work. Even though a diamond is durable, it can be chipped by a hard blow.
• Don't let your diamond come in contact with a chlorine bleach when you're doing household chores. It can damage and discolor the mounting.
• Do see your jeweler at least once a year and have him check your ring and other precious pieces for loose prongs and wear of mountings. They will usually give them a professional "shine-up" too.

Storing Diamonds

• When you're not wearing diamonds and precious jewelry, they still require attention. Keep your precious pieces in a fabric-lined jewel case, or a box with compartments or dividers.
• lf you prefer to use ordinary boxes, wrap each piece individually in tissue paper.
• Don't jumble your diamond pieces in a drawer or jewelry case, because diamonds can scratch other jewelry-and can even scratch each other.
• Don't leave your ring on the rim of a sink when you remove it to wash your hands. It can easily slip down the drain.