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Stone loss in jewelry is a frustrating and often costly experience for wearers. <\/span>T<\/span>he causes behind these mishaps are more common\u2014and more preventable\u2014than many realize. <\/span><\/span>Keep reading to learn what causes stones to fall out, how to spot early warning signs and what you can do to keep your jewelry secure for years to come.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Over time, <\/span>everyday <\/span>activities take a toll on jewelry. Exposure to water, chemicals, temperature fluctuations and impact can weaken the settings that <\/span>secure your stones<\/span>. Even routine tasks like washing hands or opening doors can cause small but cumulative damage\u2014particularly <\/span>to<\/span> <\/span>rings, which <\/span>endure the most contact<\/span><\/span>.<\/span> Our best tip? <\/span>Remove jewelry during <\/span>hands-on<\/span>\u00a0tasks, especially those involving water, cleaning <\/span>products<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>or <\/span>heavy use<\/span>. <\/span>Bring <\/span>high-contact pieces like rings <\/span>and<\/span> bracelets<\/span> in for professional inspection every 6 months<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The most common cause of stone loss is failure in the setting. Prongs can <\/span>wear<\/span> down, <\/span>bend<\/span> <\/span>or <\/span>break<\/span>. Bezels can loosen. Pave settings are particularly prone to stone loss when even a single micro-prong is compromised.<\/span> Read how to spot high-quality jewelry settings<\/span> in this article<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

When a ring is resized\u2014especially more than once\u2014it can compromise the structural integrity of the setting. Stones may shift subtly during the process, increasing the risk of them loosening over time.<\/span> <\/span><\/span>That\u2019s<\/span> why we always perform a thorough inspection of your jewelry after any resizing or repair work. Learn more <\/span>below <\/span>about our available jewelry services.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1H3A4658_EDIT-1680×1120-1.jpg” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Jewelry inspection by Borsheims bench jeweler” title_text=”1H3A4658_EDIT-1680×1120″ sticky_enabled=”0″ width=”84.6%” align=”center”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-7px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/our-services” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Borsheims Jewelry Services” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Mass-produced or poorly constructed pieces <\/span>typically aren\u2019t <\/span>engineered for long-term wear.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Prongs may be too thin, settings <\/span>misaligned<\/span> or stones improperly seated from the start.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The difference <\/span>is<\/span> in<\/span> the<\/span> craftsmanship. <\/span>W<\/span>e stand behind well-made jewelry<\/span> by<\/span> designers<\/span> we trust<\/span>. Explore our <\/span>s<\/span>election<\/span> <\/span>of reputable brands below.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-5px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/designer-jewelry” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Borsheims Jewelry Designers” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Certain cuts and sizes of stones are more prone to dislodging. For instance, pointed shapes like marquise, pear and princess cuts have more vulnerable corners. Larger stones also face greater gravitational pull and stress on the <\/span>setting<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>Protective settings like halos, V-prongs<\/span> <\/span>or bezel mounts are smart choices for delicate shapes. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

While stone loss is often chalked up to bad luck, in reality, it\u2019s frequently a result of wear, <\/span>damage<\/span> or avoidable neglect.<\/span> By being proactive with care, going in for routine inspections and investing in quality craftsmanship, you can significantly reduce the risk of losing precious stones\u2014and the sentimental or financial value they <\/span>represent<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Reading Time: <\/span> 2<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>Learn what leads to lost stones, how to spot early warning signs and what you can do to keep your jewelry secure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":19366,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[25,563,23],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat Causes Stone Loss? | Borsheims<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn what what causes diamonds and gemstones to come loose and how to prevent it with these expert tips. 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