The Jewelry Box Blog

Life happens. No matter how hard we try, we cannot plan for the unexpected.

That’s why you get home, auto, life, and, of course, jewelry insurance. It’s your safety net so that if something happens, you can fix it and forget it.  

But how exactly do you file a jewelry insurance claim? What do you need to do?

If you're with Jewelers Mutual, follow the four simple steps below.

Your engagement ring may very well be the first piece of fine jewelry you own.

After the initial excitement of being engaged winds down, you suddenly realize you're now responsible for a pretty valuable piece of jewelry.

One that you need to care for every. single. day.

It's easy to panic - wondering how often to clean it, when to take it off, how to keep it safe ...

Start with these time-based checklists. If you do each of these things at the frequency noted, you're very likely to have a diamond that really does last forever.

Customized gifts are meaningful gifts. Don't gift just any precious stone to your loved one, give the jewelry more significance by choosing the recipient's birthstone. (Or the birthstone(s) of her kids!)

A well-fitting ring is a safe ring. Ensuring a proper fit helps safeguard against rings flinging off with your gloves or needing a surprise ring-removal ER trip after an allergic reaction or a long day out in the hot sun.

Deciding to resize your ring is the first step. But who pays for it? You? Your jeweler? Your insurance company? Find out below.

While the simplest method with the least ingredients is always the safest, there are more specific ways you can clean your jewelry at home, depending on its qualities.

Since gold jewelry is so popular, let’s review the best way to keep it shining like new in between visits to your jeweler.

Mailing a valuable item, like a piece of fine jewelry, may set you on edge. What if it gets lost or stolen?

Follow these eight steps to ensure your item ends up at its destination safe and sound.

All too often we get phone calls that start out, “I was taking a shower, and ...”

What comes next? You guessed it - a story about how a piece of jewelry was suddenly washed down the drain.

Getting a ring appraisal isn't exactly something you do every day, and unknowns can be intimidating.

It’s time to set the record straight on some common misconceptions about when a ring appraisal is needed, when it isn’t, and which details are required for insurance.

A proper fit for a ring is essential. Too loose and you risk losing it. Too tight and it's uncomfortable and hard to remove.

When your ring doesn't fit properly, your first thought is to get it resized.

Often, this is the safest, most permanent option. However, it's not always the best choice, and temporary solutions can be ideal under certain circumstances.

Does spring give you a sudden urge to clean everything – including your jewelry?

Before you reach for the toothpaste or chemical-laden jewelry cleaner, check out this spring cleaning checklist for jewelry.