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Pearl rings are an absolutely gorgeous alternative to diamonds. They don’t sparkle in the sunlight; instead, they quietly glow with their own inner light. However, because they are constantly exposed to the world, they can be more difficult to take care of than a pearl necklace. If you know what to do before you buy, take care of your pearl ring while wearing it, and prepare for the future, you’ll save yourself some heartache later on.
One of the things you can do to extend the life of your pearl ring is to choose the right setting before you buy. You’re looking for a setting that will hold the pearl securely while still protecting it from scraping against the setting itself as well as any other rough surface it may encounter. There are basically two choices that outshine the rest. The first, a bezel, is a simple setting made of a metal band wrapped around the pearl to hold it in place. Although one of the most simple and versatile settings, a bezel does have some drawbacks. No matter how careful you are, at some point (though possibly decades in the future) your pearl will need to be replaced. A bezel setting makes this slightly more difficult, because the setting itself will need to be bent back and then repaired after the original pearl has been replaced. The other type of setting that works well with pearls is a simple cup, as long as the pearl is securely affixed.
Taking care of pearls is easy as long as you know the rules. Pearls are damaged by heat, acidity, and body oil. They are also one of the softest gems so pearls can be scratched very easily. You have to make sure not to wear your ring while cleaning so that your pearl isn’t damaged by chemicals, avoid cooking with your ring on so that heat isn’t an issue, and be highly aware of your surroundings. If your job means you work with your hands often, the safest way to protect your ring is to leave it at home.
As I mentioned earlier, pearls will suffer enough damage over time that they will eventually need to be replaced. This happens with necklaces too but rings, which come into contact with damaging surfaces and materials more often, will need to be replaced much sooner. Planning for the future is absolutely necessary. Many retailers, both online and brick-and-mortar, let customers pick the pearl and setting separately. If you have a particular type of pearl you’d like, it might be a good idea to buy more than one so that eventual replacement goes smoothly. Also be sure to discuss which setting would be the best before you buy, as pearl experts may have some insights which I haven’t been able to cover here.
Though all of this may seem complicated, being aware of what it takes to keep your pearl looking beautiful will pay off in the end. Your reward will be a unique ring that brings with it a mystical beauty and sparkling inner light.
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