Re: help!! do you have 'dings' on your ring??
holy moly!!!!!!
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help!! do you have 'dings' on your ring??
Original post by prunepie
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Re: help!! do you have 'dings' on your ring??
i have a couple scratches, i think im going to see if they can dip in or whatever they do to white gold and buff it before the weddings...
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Posted by prunepie
does it bug you??
it does bug me a little, but i work with my hands so there is nothing i can do.
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same here. you can't notice it unless you look really close to it.
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Posted by FallBride05
Posted by giapet99
I don't have any dings on my rings, but the bottom looks a little bit scratched because I bang it so much
same here
me too
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I have some scratches on the bottom from banging it but when I go to the jeweler he buffs them out. Mine is white gold.
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My ring is platinum and I read online that 'The durability of platinum is legendary. When it is scratched, it virtually loses no metal; instead it is displaced on the surface. Because of its great density there is a strong barrier against scratches.' But I found a website that says specific care ideas for gold vs plat rings.
'Caring for *** GOLD ***
Remember to treat your gold rings with the care they deserve. While lasting and durable, gold jewelry can be damaged by household chemicals or even just improper storage.
Avoid chlorine at all costs; it is gold's worst enemy. Repeated exposure can weaken its structure, which will lead to breakage. Keep your jewelry away from chlorinated cleaning products and out of swimming pools and hot tubs.
Keep gold jewelry free from dust, moisture, perspiration and makeup.
Store your rings safely by wrapping in a soft cloth when not being worn. This will help protect them from being scratched.
Clean your gold jewelry with a cleaning solution of sudsy lukewarm water, or bring it to your local jeweler for professional cleaning. Dry and polish jewelry with a chamois or soft cloth after cleaning and rinsing.
Inspect your gold jewelry for weakness or damage and bring it to a professional jeweler for immediate repair. Your jeweler will be able to restore it for you.
About *** PLATINUM ***
Because of its durability, platinum is an excellent choice for engagement rings and wedding bands. It is generally 95 percent pure (18-karat gold is 75 percent pure), which makes it hypoallergenic - an ideal match for those with sensitive skin.
Platinum does not wear away, but it does scratch. A scratch, however, is only a displacement of the metal, not a loss.
Caring for platinum
Just like gold, platinum needs special handling. Avoid exposing your platinum rings to rough treatment, such as doing gardening or home repairs, and they should last you a lifetime. More advice from the Jewelers of America:
To avoid scratches, store pieces separately in a jewelry box or chamois bag.
Have your platinum jewelry sufficiently insured. If you are unsure about the value of your piece, take it to your local jeweler for valuation.
Periodic cleaning will ensure your jewelry's fine appearance and help it last. Clean platinum with a jewelry cleaner or by soaking it in a mild solution of soap and warm water, then gently rubbing it with a soft cloth. Or have your rings professionally cleaned twice a year.
Find a qualified jeweler for adjustments, resizing, polishing and cleaning. Make sure your jeweler has a platinum-trained bench worker.
Take your platinum piece to a qualified jeweler for polishing if visible scratches appear.
Over time, platinum develops a natural patina that many people prefer over the ''just polished'' appearance. Your jeweler can restore the high-gloss look with polishing.
Avoid bleach or harsh chemicals when wearing platinum jewelry. Although they won't hurt the platinum, chemicals may discolor diamonds or gemstones.'
Lots of info TAKEN FROM THIS SITE
Sorry it's so long and common-sense, but HTH!![]()
'Caring for *** GOLD ***
Remember to treat your gold rings with the care they deserve. While lasting and durable, gold jewelry can be damaged by household chemicals or even just improper storage.
Avoid chlorine at all costs; it is gold's worst enemy. Repeated exposure can weaken its structure, which will lead to breakage. Keep your jewelry away from chlorinated cleaning products and out of swimming pools and hot tubs.
Keep gold jewelry free from dust, moisture, perspiration and makeup.
Store your rings safely by wrapping in a soft cloth when not being worn. This will help protect them from being scratched.
Clean your gold jewelry with a cleaning solution of sudsy lukewarm water, or bring it to your local jeweler for professional cleaning. Dry and polish jewelry with a chamois or soft cloth after cleaning and rinsing.
Inspect your gold jewelry for weakness or damage and bring it to a professional jeweler for immediate repair. Your jeweler will be able to restore it for you.
About *** PLATINUM ***
Because of its durability, platinum is an excellent choice for engagement rings and wedding bands. It is generally 95 percent pure (18-karat gold is 75 percent pure), which makes it hypoallergenic - an ideal match for those with sensitive skin.
Platinum does not wear away, but it does scratch. A scratch, however, is only a displacement of the metal, not a loss.
Caring for platinum
Just like gold, platinum needs special handling. Avoid exposing your platinum rings to rough treatment, such as doing gardening or home repairs, and they should last you a lifetime. More advice from the Jewelers of America:
To avoid scratches, store pieces separately in a jewelry box or chamois bag.
Have your platinum jewelry sufficiently insured. If you are unsure about the value of your piece, take it to your local jeweler for valuation.
Periodic cleaning will ensure your jewelry's fine appearance and help it last. Clean platinum with a jewelry cleaner or by soaking it in a mild solution of soap and warm water, then gently rubbing it with a soft cloth. Or have your rings professionally cleaned twice a year.
Find a qualified jeweler for adjustments, resizing, polishing and cleaning. Make sure your jeweler has a platinum-trained bench worker.
Take your platinum piece to a qualified jeweler for polishing if visible scratches appear.
Over time, platinum develops a natural patina that many people prefer over the ''just polished'' appearance. Your jeweler can restore the high-gloss look with polishing.
Avoid bleach or harsh chemicals when wearing platinum jewelry. Although they won't hurt the platinum, chemicals may discolor diamonds or gemstones.'
Lots of info TAKEN FROM THIS SITE
Sorry it's so long and common-sense, but HTH!
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Re: help!! do you have 'dings' on your ring??
Yes. I had alot of dings on my e-ring (14k White gold). I also got a large scratch on my ring the very first time worn. My FI recently resized and buffed up my e-ring it is beautiful again. During the holidays, FI suprised me with a simpler ring to wear to work and gym b/c my ring was pretty scratched up when taken to the jeweler. I am so afraid of scratching my beautiful ring again that I have not worn it yet.
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i have a thick band and it gets scratches and marks all over it. get a good cleaning job on it and it should be better.
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All metal scratches, ALL.
If you're really worried, get it polished an re-dipped. Because it's white gold whenever your jeweler polishes or buffs your ring, it must be re-dipped since a layer of rhodium (what makes it white) will come off. No worries...it's normal.
If you're really worried, get it polished an re-dipped. Because it's white gold whenever your jeweler polishes or buffs your ring, it must be re-dipped since a layer of rhodium (what makes it white) will come off. No worries...it's normal.
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Posted by andreamedic
I have platnium and I have scratches, it's not as hard as gold... just get it buffed at the jeweler every once in a while and it will be fine. My jeweler said it's normal for that to happen.
Same here...looks great right after I get it cleaned/buffed...like new!!
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i work in a jewlery store, and your going to get wear and tear on the band, your also going to have to have it rohdem plated if it is white gold, depending on the store could cost you $25 to have that done, every few years, you will see it starts to look a little yellow, that is just to gold coming through, but yeah i have straches all over mine too, you cant avoid it. just be glad its not plat, that is softer then 14k and straches worse.
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im not even going to look, im getting butterfly's just thinking about it
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Posted by FallBride05
Posted by giapet99
I don't have any dings on my rings, but the bottom looks a little bit scratched because I bang it so much
same here
Same here. I've got a platinum band and from working in my store, straightening hangers etc. it has a scratchy look to the bottom. I bang it all the time. You can have it buffed out.
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i have chilled out. lol
i called the jeweler and like everyone here has said ..its normal.
it jsut ***** doesnt it? i have always had cheap jewelery..and never had scratches so i freaked when i saw them on myengagemetn ring!!
good thing is no one would see it unless i stuck it under their nose...so i will breathe lol and definately get it buffed adn 'dipped' before the wedding!! ty!!
oxo
i called the jeweler and like everyone here has said ..its normal.
it jsut ***** doesnt it? i have always had cheap jewelery..and never had scratches so i freaked when i saw them on myengagemetn ring!!
good thing is no one would see it unless i stuck it under their nose...so i will breathe lol and definately get it buffed adn 'dipped' before the wedding!! ty!!
oxo
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Re: help!! do you have 'dings' on your ring??
Don't worry; it happens to us all. Mine is platinum which actually scatches easier than white gold. I had it polished before the wedding to remove any scatches; like you said, you can have yours dipped.
What mine had was a tiny scratch/ding on the inside of one of the prongs. My ring is a high-set solitaire and when the jeweler set the stone, he must have scratched the inside of one of the prongs. (I have 4 prongs) When I got it polished before the wedding by him, I actually brought it to his attention and he removed the diamond and fixed it. But he teased me (he's a family friend) and said...OMG! Does this REALLY bother you? I told him yes, it did. It's okay to be anal about your ring. It's worth a lot and you take care of it. :)
What mine had was a tiny scratch/ding on the inside of one of the prongs. My ring is a high-set solitaire and when the jeweler set the stone, he must have scratched the inside of one of the prongs. (I have 4 prongs) When I got it polished before the wedding by him, I actually brought it to his attention and he removed the diamond and fixed it. But he teased me (he's a family friend) and said...OMG! Does this REALLY bother you? I told him yes, it did. It's okay to be anal about your ring. It's worth a lot and you take care of it. :)
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Re: help!! do you have 'dings' on your ring??
Posted by dbleplay17
Posted by FallBride05
Posted by giapet99
I don't have any dings on my rings, but the bottom looks a little bit scratched because I bang it so much
same here
me too
Me three
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Posted by beautyq115
I have platinum and I have some scratches
Yup me 2!!!! Its not smooth at all at least not on the bottom where it faces my palm..if that makes any sense.
