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Wearing  gold can produce a black color on the skin and jewelry. This can be caused by interaction of chlorides, oils and sulfides on the skin with the alloy material in the jewelry. This can be washed off of the skin and polished from the jewelry.
There are many was to clean your gold jewelry. If you purchase a commercial cleaner, please be sure to follow the directions. These cleansers are a mixture of mild detergent and household ammonia.

Here are some other ways to clean your gold jewelry (not to be used on pearls, opals and other soft gemstones):
- Tarnish may be cleaned using soap and water mixed with a few drops of ammonia.

- Toothpaste can be applied to an old toothbrush. Dampen and scrub the ring like you would brush your teeth. Rinse in cool water and dry.

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