Gem Polishing
If you'd like to "freshen" up your gem, Pavé can pull your gem from the setting and have it professionally polished by our in-house lapidary before resetting it. It's like having a brand new ring!
The cost of gem polishing depends on the type and size - there is also a fee to reset the gem once it's been polished. On occasion, a gem can be polished in the setting. Talk to your designer about your options.
All gems have a Moh's rating for how easily they can scratch. Diamond is at the top of the chart with a rating of 10 and every other gem ranks below the diamond. See how your gem ranks below...
| Gemstone | Mohs Rating (10 high) |
| Diamond | 10 |
| Sapphire | 9 |
| Ruby | 9 |
| Topaz | 8 |
| Spinel | 8 |
| Emerald | 7.5 |
| Aquamarine | 7.5 |
| Tourmaline | 7.5 |
| Beryl | 7.5 |
| Zircon | 7.5 |
| Garnet | 6.5-7.5 |
| Amethyst | 7 |
| Agate | 7 |
| Quartz | 7 |
| Tanzanite | 6.5 |
| Peridot | 6.5 |
| Opal | 6 - 6.5 |
| Moonstone | 6 |
| Labradorite | 6 |
| Turquoise | 6 |
| Sunstone | 6 |
| Lapis Lazuli | 5.5 |
| Coral* | 3.5 |
| Pearl* | 3 |
*Organic materials used in jewelry but not technically a gemstone
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5496 College Avenue
Oakland, CA 94618
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