| Diamonds are the hardest known substances on | | | | work. Even though a diamond is extremely |
| earth. With the proper care, they can last a | | | | durable, it can be chipped by a hard blow, |
| lifetime and can even be handed down as | | | | and even everyday activity can loosen a |
| heirlooms to future generations without | | | | setting. |
| losing any of their luster. But they can | | | | |
| still be scratched, chipped or dulled if not | | | | Don't let your diamonds come in contact with |
| handled correctly. | | | | chlorine bleach or other chemicals because |
| | | | they can pit or discolor the mounting.If your |
| A diamond can scratch another diamond, as | | | | diamond has been treated or altered in any |
| well as other jewelry pieces, so store | | | | way, it may need special attention and care. |
| diamond items separately. If you need to | | | | Diamonds can be colored, tinted, coated, |
| store diamond items together, make sure they | | | | irradiated or heated to improve their |
| aren't tangled together so they won't scratch | | | | appearance. Inclusions are sometimes removed |
| one another. Diamond jewelry pieces are best | | | | with lasers. Ask a jeweler you trust to let |
| stored in a fabric-lined jewel case or in a | | | | you know if your diamond's natural appearance |
| box with compartments or dividers. | | | | has been altered and to advise you of any |
| | | | special care procedures. |
| Never wear diamond jewelry while doing heavy | | | | |