Bezel set diamond problem?

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My engagement ring was a cut cornered rectangular diamond, bezel set in platinum, from a very reputable maker. One day I noticed that the diamond, while not falling out, was loose!! So I took it back to the store and they are checking it out. While Im waiting to see what they find, I would like know if anyone else had this happen or if you know how this could happen? I take it off when cleaning, cooking, washing dishes.

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2 Responses to “Bezel set diamond problem?”

woodlands127 on August 23rd, 2010 7:55 pm:

It’s quite common, that’s why you should take your ring in for cleaning and inspection every 6 months. Just normal wear and tear can loosen the stone, it’s a simple thing to have the prongs tightened and some places even do it for free. Even if you have to pay a nominal fee, the alternative is loosing your diamond - that’ll ruin your day for sure!


Autismmomof2 on August 25th, 2010 12:12 pm:

Loose diamonds are not rare however, it is so good that you noticed it before you lost the stone. I have a cushion cut diamond also and I am constantly analyzing it. I am surprised that it came loose being a bezel set. Anyway, diamonds do get loose so keep your eye on it always and have it checked every year from the jeweler you purchased it from. The one thing you need to avoid is banging your ring on anything, you can actually crack or break the stone. Did you hit it on something recently? You can wash dishes, cook and everything with your ring on. Platinum and diamond is a very hard element and it won’t hurt the ring at all. Actually, it will keep it clean. Good Luck