Allie's Homemade Jewelry Cleaner

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My sterling jewelry was tarnished. A polishing cloth didn't clean it. So I tried this recipe. Wow! Amazing, inexpensive... and it does a great job! You'll be wowed too! I have used this to clean jewelry with freshwater pearls, mother of pearl, turquoise, onyx, and amber with it, and the patina in the grooves of vintage jewelry stayed intact. Don't reuse the cleaner; make a new batch each time.

Submitted by AllieGeekPi
Updated on November 18, 2024
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
1 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
11 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 cup of cleaner
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 1 servings

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 sheet aluminum foil

  • 1 tablespoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon baking soda

  • 1 tablespoon dish detergent

Directions

  1. Pour water into a microwave-safe mug or bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.

  2. Line the bottom of a cereal bowl with aluminum foil. Pour hot water into the bowl. Add salt, baking soda, and dish detergent; do not stir. Place jewelry on top of foil. Let soak for 5 to 10 minutes.

  3. Rinse jewelry in cool water and dry well with a soft cloth.

Recipe Tip

This jewelry cleaner works on gold-filled, brass, German (nickel) silver, and sterling silver. It's safe for stone too.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
% Daily Value *
Sodium 10508mg 457%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 4mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.