How to Clean a Sapphire Ring?

Sapphire is the birthstone for September and has been around since ancient times. It is a very durable stone and most commonly comes in shades of blue. Sapphire rings are popular pieces of jewelry and can be easily cleaned by following these simple steps.

1. Polish the ring with a clean cloth. This removes any dirt and oil that has built up while you have been wearing it.
2. Place the sapphire ring on top of a towel. Use a commercial fine jewelry cleaner to begin scrubbing the ring. These cleaners typically come with a soft bristled brush that you can use.
3. Clean the entire ring thoroughly. Scrub the prong area, the inside and the outside of the band.
4. Fill a bowl with lukewarm water. Submerge the ring in the water for several minutes to remove all dirt and soap residue.
5. Dry the ring with a soft towel. Return the ring to your finger or place in a cool, dry area for storage.
6. Wash the jewelry cleaner brush. You want to clean the brush before you replace the brush into the cleaning solution.