It is unavoidable to protect your jewel from natural wear and tear; no matter how carefully you store it, it will eventually lose its brightness and dazzle. Over time, the metal loses its shine, the stone becomes less dazzling, and the edges become less apparent. This is natural, and a quick visit to a local jeweler for a polish and cleaning can bring the jewelry back to life.

But what happens when you look downward and find a faint line running across the stone's surface? Despite knowing that the freshness of the stone will disappear with time, encountering such flaws can be disappointing. Even if it is unavoidable, one cannot help but feel a sense of sadness at the loss of its flawless form.  

The first question that may arise in your mind can be “Is my stone still okay for Jyotish (astrology)? and the answer to this is “Yes”. However, we aren’t usually looking at the stone when we say this, but most of the time the damage is very minuscule and affects less than 5% of the overall surface of the stone. Stones that are softer are inevitably going to become scratched whereas Stones that are very hard, like diamonds and sapphires, can still get nicks and chips from contact with other objects.

It is critical to note that even if a stone receives a minor nick or chip, it may sustain additional damage. With a little more impact, a minor chip can become a major issue. If you're concerned that the damage will influence the durability of your stone, consult a gemologist.  

Recutting a stone is a complicated technique that must be performed by a trained lapidarist. A lapidarist is distinct from a jeweler or gemologist. Experts have extensive experience cutting and polishing soft stones before moving on to precious jewels. Before repolishing a gemstone, it must first be removed from its jewelry setting. The stone is then transferred to a lapidarist, who evaluates it and recuts it to improve its beauty and durability.  

Most stones with simple wear and tear can be repolished while losing only a small percentage of their weight. If there is significant damage to the stone, the lapidarist may advise recutting it to remove the damaged area. This could modify the shape and weight of the stone, making it more beneficial to replace it.  

Gemselections believes in the eternal force of astrological stones. If your stone isn't shining as it should or has considerable damage, try having it recut for maximum brightness. We welcome all questions and concerns about your jewelry. Trust our top professionals to direct you to the ideal solution for your gemstone needs.