How to Clean Kyanite
Kyanite is a beautiful collector's mineral found in varying hues of blue. From powder blue to sapphire blue, these gems are thought to possess healing properties and are worn for such by the suspicious and by others for their unique beauty. As with any treasured gem, kyanite looks its best when it's dazzling clean and free of smudge, lint, body oils and lotions. To keep kyanite's beauty alive, clean as needed. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Soft-bristled toothbrush
- Toothpaste (gels are not as effective)
- Soft towel
- Hot water
- Bowl or dish
Instructions
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How to Clean Kyanite
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Apply a small portion of toothpaste to toothbrush.
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Using toothbrush, brush kyanite in all directions to remove any debris.
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Fill a bowl with hot water.
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Place kyanite gems in hot water to rinse.
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Dry with soft towel.
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Tips & Warnings
Some kyanite can have soft, porous-like qualities.
Harsh chemicals are not recommended when cleaning kyanite gems.
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Comments
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Wow, this was about the worst advise for cleaning kyanite you could ever give someone. I sure hope no one has done what this has advised, or they stand the chance of damaging or destroying their stones. eeeeeeek!
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look up kyanite you"ll be quite amazed a very inexpensive very tricky to cut laterally along the growth plane the mohs is 7 and perpendicular the hardness drops down to 4 very wierd for look alike sapphire some of the prettiest blue ive ever seen RIVALS top grade tansanite hard to tell the difference. google it
