Preserving Brilliance with Manfredi Jewels
For over 30 years, Manfredi Jewels has been the trusted destination for exceptional craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Every diamond that passes through our hands embodies precision, rarity, and emotion.
To ensure your jewelry retains its brilliance and value, it deserves the same level of care and attention that went into its creation.
1. Clean Regularly, but Gently
Diamonds may be the hardest gemstones on Earth, yet their beauty can be dulled by everyday elements such as lotion, oil, and dust.
To maintain their sparkle, clean your jewelry using a mild solution of warm water and gentle soap, applied with a soft brush. Rinse carefully and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
Professional Tip:
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners unless approved by a jeweler, as vibrations can loosen settings in delicate pieces.
For intricate designs, visit Manfredi Jewels for a complimentary professional cleaning to restore brilliance safely.
2. Handle with Care
Even the finest craftsmanship benefits from gentle handling. Always hold your jewelry by its metal band or chain, rather than the gemstone.
This prevents oils from your skin from clouding the diamond’s surface and reduces unnecessary stress on prongs or settings.
Common Mistake:
Removing rings by pulling the diamond instead of the band. Over time, this habit can loosen the stone’s setting and lead to misalignment.
3. Store Jewelry Separately
Diamonds can scratch nearly every other gemstone, including other diamonds.
Store each piece in its own soft pouch or lined jewelry box compartment to prevent abrasion. If traveling, wrap each item individually in a microfiber cloth.
At Manfredi Jewels, we recommend investing in a jewelry box with divided velvet-lined compartments, ensuring your treasured pieces remain pristine for years.
4. Protect from Everyday Exposure
Though diamonds are resilient, precious metals and settings are not immune to damage. Avoid wearing fine jewelry during:
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Household chores involving harsh cleaning agents
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Gym activities or sports
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Gardening, cooking, or swimming
These environments expose jewelry to chemicals, friction, or moisture that can weaken metal and dull brilliance.
Removing your jewelry before such activities ensures long-lasting radiance.
5. Schedule Professional Inspections
Even the most durable jewelry requires maintenance. Annual inspections by a trusted jeweler are essential for identifying loose prongs, worn settings, or minor damage before it becomes serious.
At Manfredi Jewels, our expert artisans examine each piece under magnification, offering professional cleaning, prong tightening, and gemstone security checks. This white-glove care ensures your diamonds continue to shine with perfection.
"Jewelry is more than adornment; it is a wearable memory."
Entrust those memories to professionals who understand their worth.
6. Avoid Harsh Chemicals and Extreme Temperatures
Exposure to chlorine, bleach, or strong detergents can corrode precious metals and weaken settings. Similarly, sudden temperature changes can cause thermal shock in certain gemstone accents.
When in doubt, remove your jewelry before using household cleaners or entering a spa or pool.
For daily wear pieces, periodic refinishing or polishing at Manfredi Jewels can restore the original luster.
7. Insure and Document Your Fine Jewelry
Every diamond piece is a significant investment, both financially and emotionally.
Ensure your jewelry is protected with comprehensive insurance and up-to-date professional appraisals.
Manfredi Jewels provides certified appraisals that detail gemstone quality, metal type, and replacement value vital documentation for insurance and estate planning.
The Manfredi Promise of Preservation
Each diamond tells a story of love, legacy, and artistry. Preserving that brilliance is a shared responsibility between you and your jeweler.
At Manfredi Jewels, our experts combine time-honored craftsmanship with modern techniques to help your jewelry remain as radiant as the day it was acquired.
Experience the Manfredi difference. Schedule a complimentary jewelry care consultation today
