Diamond Jewellery: Design Guide and How to Care for It

Diamond jewellery brings a different kind of sparkle to a collection, but choosing and caring for it involves a few things gold jewellery doesn't. Here's what to know.

Popular Diamond Jewellery Styles

Solitaire pendants and rings remain the classic choice, while diamond-studded earrings, tennis bracelets, and diamond-accented gold jewellery (where diamonds highlight rather than dominate a gold design) are all popular in the Indian market today.

Understanding Diamond Certification

A certified diamond comes with independent grading of the 4 Cs — Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat — giving you documented proof of what you're paying for. Always ask for certification on any diamond purchase, especially for larger stones.

Diamond Jewellery for Everyday vs Occasion Wear

Smaller stones set closer to the metal (bezel or channel settings) tend to be more practical for daily wear, while larger, prong-set stones that catch more light are usually better suited to occasion wear where the risk of snagging is lower.

How to Clean Diamond Jewellery at Home

• Soak briefly in warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap
• Gently brush with a soft, clean toothbrush around the setting where dirt collects
• Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth
• Avoid ultrasonic cleaners at home unless you're certain of the setting's durability — get professional cleaning instead for valuable pieces

Storing Diamond Jewellery Safely

Store diamond pieces separately from other jewellery, since diamonds can scratch softer metals and gemstones if they knock against each other in the same box. A soft-lined compartment or individual pouch is ideal.

When to Get Professional Servicing

Have prong settings checked periodically, especially for rings worn daily, since worn or loose prongs are the most common cause of a diamond coming loose or falling out unnoticed.