Our Fine Jewelry Store in Toronto
Jewelry & Gemstone Care
Over time as you wear your fine jewelry it can become a treasured family jewel if it’s cared for properly. Daily wear and environmental elements cloud the brilliance of gemstones. Gold, platinum and silver jewelry can become dull and worn out. Prongs that are loosened from ordinary wear can result in the loss of a stone.
Precautions should be taken for all jewelry. Certain gemstones should be cared for differently and with special care. Protect your jewelry from damage against hard surfaces and avoid abrasive surfaces. A diamond can chip if hit with enough force and at just the right angle. Many stones such as amethyst, emerald, kunzite, opal, pearl, are very delicate and easily damaged. Gemstones can damage other gemstones and wear away at precious metals. Therefore, avoid stacking those rings and bracelets that would be vulnerable to such abrasion.
Professional cleanings are recommended at least once a year. We encourage you to bring your jewelry back for professional servicing from our knowledgable staff of goldsmiths and setters. Our 34 years of experience in all aspects of jewelry care, including cleaning gemstones, restringing pearls and repairing fine jewelry makes it a valuable advantage when choosing the right jewelry store for your fine jewelry needs.
Species | Enhancements Accepted | Gemstone Care |
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Diamond | None | Basic Jewelry Care. |
Amber | Colors are heated to improve color & clarity. | Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid chemicals. |
Garnet | None | Avoid sudden temperature changes. |
Iolite | None | Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. |
Jade | Coated with colorless substances for durability & surface uniformity. | Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. |
Lapis Lazuli | Coated with colorless substances for durability & surface uniformity. | Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid contact with chemicals. |
Pearls | None | Annual restringing. Avoid contact with chemicals. Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. |
Topaz | Heated or irritated to enhance color. | Basic jewelry care. |
Tourmaline | None | Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid sudden temperature changes. |
Turquoise | Coated with colorless substances for durability & surface uniformity. | Do not use ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid contact with chemicals. |