Sapphire and Ruby Jewelry Care and Cleaning

Sapphire and Ruby Jewelry
Care and Cleaning

Sapphire is hard, tough and comes in every color in the rainbow. Ruby is a red sapphire. Of the commonly used gemstones, sapphire is the next hardest to diamond and is even more resistant to chipping. Diamonds, sapphires, and rubies are truly suitable for everyday wear. Rarely do we see scratches or abrasion on sapphires or rubies. If you find a scratch, this does not mean your beautiful gem has been destroyed. The stone can be removed and repolished, completely restoring your gem to its original splendor.

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While sapphire and ruby rings are most often worn next to a diamond ring without a problem, you should take note of how they ride on your finger. If the sapphire is constantly grinding up against a diamond, the diamond can scratch your sapphire.
On a rare occasion we will see a sapphire or a ruby that shows some abrasion at the facet junctions. If you see this beginning to happen, come in and see us. We can help you identify what is causing the abrasion, and suggest solutions.