How to Clean Gold Jewelry That's Turning Black

Gold jewelry is as popular today as it was hundreds and even thousands of years ago. It is shiny, durable and valuable. Gold is made into necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings and many other bodily adornments. Gold jewelry does not tarnish like silver; however, the alloys mixed in with the gold do react to such things as bleach and chlorine, which may turn your beautiful white or yellow gold black.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Detergent Brush Cloth

1. Stop exposing your jewelry to chlorine and bleach. Do not swim or use a hot tub with gold jewelry on. Remove your gold rings before doing any cleaning that involves using any bleach and other cleaners. You should stop this even before you notice your jewelry turning black, but especially afterward.

2. Clean your gold jewelry with a mild soap, like dish detergent, and warm water. Dip a soft brush, like an eyebrow brush, into the soapy water and gently scrub the blackness off your jewelry. Rinse well and rub with a lint-free cloth.

3. Take your jewelry to the jeweler, even though you may not want to. Your jewelry has been damaged, and it could continue to corrode. Before you lose a diamond or other precious gems, or before your jewelry falls apart, seriously consider letting him properly buff and clean it for you, if possible.