Things You Will Need
It takes minimal time and effort to polish gold and the rewards speak for themselves.
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Use a jeweler's cloth to gently wipe the gold free of any dirt, debris or tarnish.
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Add a tablespoon of baking soda to a pot of boiling water and drop the gold in for 30 seconds. Take the gold item out and wipe it with a soft clean cloth or jeweler's cloth.
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Coat the item with white toothpaste and gently work it in with a soft bristle brush or toothbrush. Use a soft clean cloth to buff the shine back.
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Add two teaspoons of a mild dish soap to a quart of warm water and dip a toothbrush into it. Use the toothbrush to clean away any dirt or buildup on the gold and use a jeweler's cloth to polish.
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Make a solution of one part ammonia to six parts water. Soak the gold in the solution for up to a minute. Dry the gold with a soft clean cloth and buff to shine.