Do

1. Choose a safe place to put your rings when you take them off. Always use the same place, for memory’s sake.

2. Store a diamond where it will not rub up against other jewellery. Its own box is the best place. Store all jewellery so that it does not rub or tangle.

3. Photograph or videotape your jewellery and file with your insurance. Ask your agent about the details of jewellery coverage in your policy.

4. Have your rings checked at least once a year.

5. Clean and inspect your rings regularly. Rinse in a commercial jewellery cleaner, brush with nothing tougher than a child’s toothbrush, rinse in water, then buff with a soft cloth. Other jewellery benefits from gentle buffing with a soft cloth. Pearls benefit from an occasional rinse under cold water.

Don't

1. ...wear rings when doing laundry, heavy cleaning or using harsh chemicals. This could stain them.

2. ...leave your ring on the edge of the sink or on the window ledge over the sink. Rings seem to be attracted to drains, toilets and garburetors!

3. ...wear your rings while doing yard work or construction. You could chip or loosen a stone.

4. ....spray on hair spray or perfume while wearing jewellery. Put jewellery on last.



This article is written and copyrighted by Elizabeth Webster Goddard of Fifth Avenue Collection. 780-433-7827, www.fifthavenuecollection.com/elizabeth,
E-mail: goddarde@facmail.com