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If you’d like another method, gentle abrasive action toothpaste works great on tarnish.
Use a non-gel toothpaste that does not contain additional whitening ingredients.
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Do not use a paper towel to dry or shine any jewelry.
But if the jewelry is heavily soiled, use baking soda to clean off the grime.
Restore their luster and remove grime with these steps.
The Spruce / Sarah Crowley
Use a soft-bristled brush to clear away any debris trapped in the jewelry mounts and rinse well.
While most of these gems stand up well to cleaning, skip harsh cleaners like ammonia and chlorine bleach.
Use a cotton swab to reach tight areas.
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Wipe away the soil with a clean, slightly damp cloth and allow the piece to air-dry.
Diamonds and gemstones can fall out of the mountings and metals can wear thin and break.
Vinegar can damage soft-plated jewelry and strip away gold-plating.
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However, it’s possible to use vinegar to clean hard metals such as copper and brass.
Avoid vinegar if you do not know what metal your jewelry is made of.
Cleantarnished jewelrywith a polishing cloth.
The Spruce / Michele Lee
Or, use baking soda and water to remove tarnish from silver pieces.
Use dish soap and water to remove the tarnish from gold jewelry.
The Spruce / Letícia Almeida
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