Gold jewelry is an incredibly valuable accessory that offers timeless elegance, lasting for years with its graceful and stylish appearance. However, over time—especially in frequently used rings, bracelets, and necklaces—stones may loosen or even fall out. Taking the right steps when this happens helps you protect your jewelry and ensures its longevity.
In this article, we discuss what to do if a stone falls out and the essential precautions you can take to prevent this from happening in the first place...
1. Try Not to Lose the Stone If the stone has completely detached but is not lost, the repair process will be much easier. Since small stones can be easily overlooked, store the stone in a secure place and prevent it from getting lost until it can be repaired.
2. Stop Wearing the Jewelry Continuing to wear jewelry with a missing or loose stone can cause further damage to the mounting (setting). If the setting is deformed or cracked, it may become difficult to reset the stone properly. Therefore, it is best not to wear the piece until it is repaired.
3. Avoid Temporary "DIY" Fixes It might be tempting to use glue or other home methods for a quick fix, but these are not permanent solutions. An incorrect application can cause the stone to fall out again or even lead to permanent damage to the metal or the gemstone.
4. Seek Professional Help Specific techniques are used to secure stones in gold jewelry. If your stone has fallen out and needs to be reset, the most accurate step is to seek professional support. At Özkonak Jewelry, our professional team handles the maintenance and repair of your precious pieces.
5. Have the Mounting Checked In some cases, a stone falls out simply due to a loose prong or weakened adhesive. However, sometimes there are more serious issues; the setting may have worn down or broken over time. A professional should check whether the mounting is still structurally sound.
Now that we've covered what to do after the fact, let’s talk about prevention. By paying attention to the following points, you can use your jewelry for a long time without losing its stones:
Check Your Jewelry Regularly: Periodically inspect the prongs and settings of pieces you wear often, such as rings or bracelets.
Protect Jewelry from Water and Chemicals: Constant contact with harsh chemicals, detergents, and water can loosen the setting. We recommend removing your jewelry while showering, cleaning, or swimming.
Avoid Impacts: Bumping your jewelry against hard surfaces can loosen the stone’s housing. Handle your pieces with care to avoid such impacts.
Get Professional Maintenance: During a professional check-up, your jewelry undergoes a detailed inspection to see if any stones have shifted. An annual professional maintenance session can preserve the integrity of your pieces.
By following these suggestions, you can continue to wear your jewelry with confidence and maintain its first-day elegance. For expert gold jewelry maintenance and repair, you can benefit from the experience of Özkonak Jewelry by contacting us anytime.
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