Why do diamonds get so dirty so fast?
Another one of the unique properties of diamonds is that they are attracted to dirt, grease and grime. Perhaps this is because of the electrical bond of its atoms. This property was used to an extreme advantage by many mining companies, who devised an easy process to separate the diamonds from the kimberlite. It was accomplished by running the crushed rock over heavily greased tables to collect the crystals that would adhere immediately to the sticky surface while the rest of the ore past by without any adherence whatsoever. The diamonds in your jewelry maintain this same property of attraction. We recommend weekly cleaning of your fine jewelry items. At Ralph Miller Jewelers we never charge a fee for cleaning and checking your items.
