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Women and jewelry are a natural combination. Most women have jewelry boxes full of both costume and precious jewelry. There is one piece of jewelry, however, that rarely sees the inside of a jewelry box and it is the most important piece of jewelry most women will ever own. That piece of jewelry of course is the engagement or wedding diamond. Because the diamond is such an important piece, it is even more important to care for it properly.

First of all, there are things you can do to care for your diamond even while you are wearing it. Periodically check to make sure your diamond securely fastened within its setting. It is a fact that prongs can weaken and loosen over time. If that happens the diamond is loosened as well. It is likely that you will lose the diamond if the prongs on your ring are loose. So checking the prongs is an easy thing to do and it can save you the heartache of losing your diamond. In addition to checking the prongs, you can avoid subjecting your diamond to chemicals and extreme heat. Also avoid things that may chip your diamond.

There are other things you can do to keep your diamond safe. While many women rarely take their wedding rings off, there are a few times and situations that removing your rings is the best thing you can do for your diamonds. Because damage can occur when chlorine comes in contact with some gemstones and white gold, if you are going to swim in a chlorinated pool, it is best to remove your rings first. When preparing for the day, it is best to take off your rings while putting on makeup and using hair products. Lastly, when using cleaning products or gardening, it is safest to remove your rings. And if you need to store your rings for any length of time, each piece should be wrapped separately in velvet, paper, or silk.

Last but not least, it is important to keep your diamonds clean. There are several marketable cleansers that can be used to clean your diamond. You can also mix your own cleaner by mixing one cup of hot water, one quarter cup of ammonia and one tablespoon of non-abrasive dishwashing detergent. Put your diamond in the mixture for around twenty minutes. Then scrub your ring with a soft bristle brush. Rinse in hot water and then dip in rubbing alcohol and let dry naturally.

In addition to all of the care and upkeep you can do on your own, it is a good thing to have your jeweler inspect your rings annually to insure there are no scratches, the prongs are sturdy, and your diamond is secure. If you take the necessary precautions and take care of your rings, you will have your diamonds for a lifetime.

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