Use these simple tips to clean rings, earrings, necklaces and other gems.
* Use toothpaste to clean silver. Rub it on the jewelry and after 30 minutes, wash in water and dishwashing liquid. Rinse. Polish with cotton cloth.
* Gold or platinum can be cleaned with soaking in rubbing alcohol or vodka. If you don't want to waste the vodka, use denture cleaning tablets or dishwashing detergent. Soak 2 minutes, then rinse in.
* Stubborn dirt or grease can be removed with a toothbrush.
* Polish dry with a smooth, lint-free cloth.
* Mild soap can be used on pearls or porous gems like opals and emeralds. Remove dust with tissue, then dip in bowl of mild soap and warm water. Polish with cloth.
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Thanks for the tips. P.S. Be sure you don't clean your jewelry over an unstoppered sink! Lots of people scrub the diamonds and other stones right out of their jewelry and down the drain. 
Wipe your pearls with a soft cloth after wearing them to remove any body oils or other damaging products. 
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