5 Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Can Diamonds chip & crack? Yes
2. Does a chipped Diamond lose value? Yes
3. Does Insurance cover a chipped Diamond Ring? Sometimes – depends upon each individual policy.
4. Can a chipped Diamond be repaired? Yes
5. Is repairing a scratched or chipped Diamond worth it? Your Professional Jeweller can help you decide.
“My Diamond has a chip in it” is one of the phrases a lot of Jewellers hear. This is usually followed by “I thought Diamonds were the hardest stone on the planet.” and “I just bought it.” Even though Diamonds do have the highest rating on the Mohs scale of hardness (measured out of 10), it does have weaknesses. Sadly, time is no pre-requisite to chipping a Diamond … You could have your Diamond for one day or 20 years, and still chip your Diamond.
Even though DIAMONDS are the hardest mineral on earth, they are not the hardest substance on earth. The reality is you can scratch the surface of a Diamond Ring with the pop-top from a can of soda. It can chip by inadvertently striking it against a countertop during an exercise session. In fact, holding the Diamond at the wrong angle or applying too much pressure can actually cleave the Diamond in two.
Generally-speaking, the odds of chipping your Diamond during every day wear are actually quite slim. One can take precautions; however, in order to reduce chances of damaging a Diamond by taking it off while playing rigorous sports, rock climbing, gardening, packing, moving, cleaning house, etc.
Inclusions in Diamonds don’t usually lead to a Diamond chipping; however, if the inclusion is close enough to the corner of a Princess Cut (square) Diamond, it can make that part of the Diamond weaker and thereby chip, as seen in above-noted photo.
While it is often possible to remove minor chips by polishing, re-cutting is sometimes necessary. Re-cutting a Diamond may be an option if your Diamond is large enough or if it has strong sentimental value. Oftentimes you an be somewhat fortunate and only lose a few points, depending upon where the chip actually is.
You may not always feel the moment you chip your Diamond so in order to determine whether or not your Diamonds have ascertained any kind of damage and to find out if they should be repaired, bring them with you the next time you visit your trustworthy, professional Jeweller.
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