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According to experts at the nonprofit gemology organization (G.I.A.) chemicals found in everyday substances like hairspray, lotions, perfumes, or other cosmetics can permanently damage the polish/nacre of your dazzling gemstones and may corrode alloys in the setting.
Also, when jewelry is worn, its surfaces undergo changes. Polished surfaces become more matte, and matte surfaces gradually become shinier. The beauty behind this metamorphisis is it's your daily life creating and applying your very own personal texture.
Most metals and ceramic objects are harder than gold and platinum. Understanding how to care for your treasured jewelry can make a world of difference in maintaining its beauty and keeping its heirloom quality sparkling for generations to come.
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GIA recommends cleaning most colored gems with warm water, mild soap (no detergents), and a soft brush. A pulsed-water dental cleaning appliance and a soft, lint-free cloth can also be used. Be sure to stop the sink’s drain or use a rubber mat in case the stone comes loose from its setting.
Soft gems, such as pearls, on the other hand, can easily be scratched. GIA suggests using an unused makeup brush or cotton swab and warm, soapy water. Lay the pearls on a towel to dry. The wet string can stretch—and attract dirt—so don’t touch a string of pearls until they are completely dry. Pearls worn every few days should be restrung once a year.
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Jewelry is expensive and intended to last forever with proper care and storing.
Proper jewelry storage should not be overlooked. Jewelry should never be tossed into a drawer or on top of a dresser—that’s a recipe for scratches and fractured gems.
Most jewelry pieces come in a box or pouch from the store, which is a perfect place to keep them, that is unless you have Sterling silver, for example, should be kept in an anti-tarnish bag or cloth. Another solution to avoid the risk of damages occured during storage, consider purchasing a well-padded jewelry box.
Also, beware of storing jewelry wrapped in tissue, this often becomes mistakingly discarded.
I offer free check-up or professional cleaning at scheduled intervals (once a year is common.)
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Best way to find your size:
If you are in the Phoenix area, contact me for an appointment otherwise I would be happy to mail ring sizers to you if you are not sure of your size.
Another way to find your ring size:
Simply measure the circumference (distance around) your finger (with something flexible, such as a strip of paper or piece of string, and a ruler with millimeter measurements).
Or, measure the diameter (distance across) in millimeters of a ring you currently wear (shown below). Find the nearest measurement on the chart. That's approximately your ring size. (When in doubt between two sizes, it is always safer to go to the smaller ring size. This will help to ensure that your new ring will fit you.) Remember that 1 centimeter = 10 millimeters. |
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Example of measuring the diameter of a ring:
« The inside of this ring is approximately 22mm in diameter, making it a size 13 on the chart below.
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Ring Size
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Circumference
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Inside Diameter
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4
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48 mm
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15 mm
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5
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51 mm
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15.3 mm
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6
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54 mm
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16.2 mm
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7
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56 mm
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17.1 mm
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8
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59 mm
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18 mm
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9
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62 mm
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18.9 mm
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10
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65 mm
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19.8 mm
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11
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68 mm
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20.4 mm
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12
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71 mm
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21.3 mm
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13
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74 mm
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22 mm
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14
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77 mm
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23 mm
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15
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80 mm
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23.9 mm
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TWO METHODS OF CREATING A RING
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Detailed pricing information is underway and will be added to each details page.
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You have the option of choosing either 950 Platinum, 950 Palladium, 18kt. Yellow gold, or 18kt. Rose gold for all designs. For some designs, De-oxidized Silver and Sterling Silver are available.
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You may also choose from a pre-approved selection of Diamonds and Color Gemstones in almost any color and shape available.
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Diamonds supplied by Erik Stewart Jewelry are classified as colorless or near colorless and VS2 or higher in clarity (unless specified otherwise).
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If you would like to learn more about Diamonds, click the following link to the World’s Foremost Authority in Gemology
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Please allow a minimum of three weeks until delivery on most orders (some designs may take longer).
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More questions? Feel free to Contact Me to address any questions or concerns you may have.
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