Cleaning gold bracelet

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Roger F

·Nov 21, 2020

A question I just never thought I would have the good fortune to ask- but what would be your suggestions be for bringing a slightly dull 9kt gold Milanese bracelet back to its best?
I guess the answers might include sending it back to the manufacturer but I don’t really want to have to sell the house to pay for it!

Any tips that might also work with steel would be greatly appreciated

Thank you

 

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MikeMan2727

·Nov 21, 2020

I think a simple ultrasonic cleaning will do wonders. Any jeweler can do that for you or you can buy an inexpensive cleaner online.

Try that first before thinking about polishing or refinishing it.

 

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Evitzee

·Nov 21, 2020

A soft brush, warm water with a touch of detergent will wash away skin oils and dirt and help restore some sheen to the bracelet. No need to send it anywhere for treatment, do it in your own kitchen. You really don't want to go the polishing or refinishing route, it's not necessary.

 

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X350 XJR

·Nov 21, 2020·Vintage Omega Aficionado

If you want a little shine try a Cape Cod cloth.

 

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Roger F

·Nov 25, 2020

Thanks all

 

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Pazzo

·Nov 25, 2020

X350 XJR

If you want a little shine try a Cape Cod cloth.

This ^ after you have cleaned it with warm soapy water and a brush. Rinse and repeat if necessary.

 

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SkunkPrince

·Nov 25, 2020

Remove bracelet from case
Touch up with rouge cloth
Scrub with Dawn and hot water
Dry thuroughly
Attach bracelet to case