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Yes, a broken clasp can almost always be repaired or replaced by a professional jeweler. Most clasp repairs start at $48, and can run $100 or more for larger or...
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Eternity bands can sometimes be resized, but it is significantly more complex than resizing a standard ring – and in some cases it is not possible without removing and resetting...
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Technically, showering while wearing gold plated jewelry will not cause it to fall apart immediately. But doing it habitually is one of the fastest ways to shorten the life of...
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Yes, a jeweler can remove a stone from a ring in most cases. The process depends on the setting style, and when done by an experienced jeweler with proper tools,...
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Yes, gold plated jewelry can often be replated. A jeweler removes the worn finish, prepares the surface, and applies a fresh layer of gold through electroplating to restore the piece’s...
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In most cases, no – stainless steel rings cannot be resized by a traditional jewelry bench. The metal is too hard and heat-resistant for a standard jeweler's torch, and cutting...
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No, tungsten rings cannot be resized. Tungsten carbide is one of the hardest materials used in jewelry, and that same hardness makes it brittle. It cannot be cut with standard...
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No, rhodium plating directly over gold vermeil is not recommended, as it can affect the gold layer and cause peeling or flaking. However, depending on the item, some jewelers, like...
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