When 'fresh from the bath', they look larger because they are brighter. For such small objects, diamonds attract a surprising amount of grease and dirt. Oils in make-up and lotions coat them ,Dust and powder stick to them ,soap dries on the under side.

You can soak diamonds in warm suds made with a good detergent ; brush them lightly , top and bottom, with a small-sized toothbrush having soft bristles, and then dip the diamonds in alcohol and dry on tissue; otherwise dry with a soft cloth.

When not wearing your jewelry wrap each item separately in the jewel box. Do not jumble ; diamonds can scratch not only each other, but other stones as well.

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