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How
to Care for Your Gold Jewelry
Gold is a very versatile metal and in most
cases can be worn on a daily basis. However,
there are some "do's" and "don'ts"
when it comes to gold.
"Do" take your gold jewelry off
when you take a bath or clean your house.
Even though soap will not hurt your gold jewelry
it will leave a fine scum on it which will
make it appear dull. This film can be cleaned
off, but removing your gold jewelry will be
a lot easier!
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"Don't" wear
your gold jewelry, especially white gold,
if you plan to go swimming or get into that
hot tub that contains chlorine. Chlorine can
permanently change the color of your gold.
It can turn white gold yellow. Remember to
also be careful when using those household
products containing chlorine bleach.
"Do" keep your gold jewelry clean.
You can purchase a commercial cleaner or you
can clean your gold by soaking in a solutions
of one part ammonia and six parts water. Soak
for about 1 minute then use a small soft brush,
like a toothbrush to scrub lightly. Rinse
in warm water and dry with a soft cloth or
chamois. (Soaking in a glass of water with
a denture tablet works well also.)
"Don't" use harsh or abrasive cleaning
solutions on your gold jewelry. Gold can be
fairly soft and may get scratched.
"Do" take your gold jewelry off
when taking antibiotics. Strange as it seems
some prescription drugs can alter the chemical
properties of your sweat and cause tarnishing.
Got a knot in your gold necklace, gold chain,
or gold bracelet?
Here's a trick - lay your gold necklace, gold
chain, gold bracelet on a plate or piece of
wax paper. Apply a drop of household or salad
oil on the knot and use two straight pins
to pull the knot out. Need to get the oil
off? Dip your gold jewelry in some rubbing
alcohol, rinse with warm water, and dry with
a soft cloth or tissue. |
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