How to Clean a Sapphire Ring

Sapphire is the birthstone for September and has been around since ancient times. It is a very durable stone and most commonly comes in shades of blue. Sapphire rings are popular pieces of jewelry and can be easily cleaned by following these simple steps.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Polish the ring with a clean cloth. This removes any dirt and oil that has built up while you have been wearing it.

2. Place the sapphire ring on top of a towel. Use a commercial fine jewelry cleaner to begin scrubbing the ring. These cleaners typically come with a soft bristled brush that you can use.

3. Clean the entire ring thoroughly. Scrub the prong area, the inside and the outside of the band.

4. Fill a bowl with lukewarm water. Submerge the ring in the water for several minutes to remove all dirt and soap residue.

5. Dry the ring with a soft towel. Return the ring to your finger or place in a cool, dry area for storage.

6. Wash the jewelry cleaner brush. You want to clean the brush before you replace the brush into the cleaning solution.

Tips & Warnings

• You do not need to worry about damaging the sapphire ring during scrubbing. Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones.
• You can also use an ultrasonic cleaner to clean sapphires. Sapphires are able to withstand the sonic waves used to clean the jewelry.
• You must take your sapphire ring annually to your jeweler for a deep cleaning. They can also repair any damage that your ring may have sustained.