Diamonds, as the hardest substance on earth, are resistant to damage. However, diamond jewelry is set in different metals, and care will vary from piece to piece.

The girdle can be chipped by a hard blow, making a protective setting extremely important.

Diamonds should be cleaned in a solution of one part ammonia to six parts water, using a gentle scrubbing brush to remove any dirt. It is a good idea to have them cleaned once a year by a professional jeweler, at which time the security of the setting can be checked as well.

Diamond jewelry should be stored in a soft cloth pouch to ensure that the stone will not scratch other jewelry.