Everyone has a minimum of one piece of jewelry with sentimental value. It may be an heirloom or engagement ring. Memories associated with this jewelry increase their value, at least in your eyes. However, jewelry may begin to deteriorate over time and need spiffing up. Below are common types of jewelry repair Myrtle Beach you may need at some point.

Ring Resizing

Ring resizing is among the most common types of repair because of two things: different ring size from the original owner or your fingers get fatter. Most people have to resize their wedding rings because being a size 4 was a thing of the past or arthritis has come a-calling.

The methods to resize a ring vary, depending on circumstances. A too-large ring gets taken down a peg by the jewelry by removing some of the metal at the bottom and placing a spacer to widen the metal. The jeweler then melts the spacer so the joint disappears..

Prong Repair

Stones such as diamonds typically stay in place using prongs, clawlike projections that grab the gems. Being rather thin so they are not noticeable, prongs can break, and the stone will fall out. Jewelers do a prong re-tipping repair, which basically means creating a replacement prong and melting it into the jewelry. It’s a delicate process that requires considerable skill.

Stone Replacement

Gemstones fall out for various reasons. It could be poor workmanship or hard wearing. If you can find the stone, you can bring it to a jewelry repair service for resetting. If the stone is long gone, the jeweler will find matching stones and replace them for you.

Clasp Substitution

Bracelets, necklaces, and some earrings use clasps that can loosen and break. It is a simple enough process to repair and replace them for an expert so that it is not noticeable. Be sure to bring in any piece where the clasp seems defective to avoid losing the piece.

Cleaning

Sweat, oil, and dust can dull the finish and sparkle of your jewelry from regular use. Conversely, keeping them in a jewelry box for years can also affect their appearance. You can clean your jewelry using mild soap and a soft toothbrush for regular grime. However, you need an expert to remove deep-seated dirt from hard-to-reach places. A jeweler also has special equipment and solutions to restore the shine and gloss of your jewelry, making it look brand new.