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Question:

How to clean my sterling silver locket?

I've noticed that it's started to tarnish just a little bit if I look closelyHow do I clean it or polish it off? Thanks!

Answer:

Either the wheels aren't aluminum or the spots aren't rustSimply try a readily available wheel cleaner for alloy wheels.
Silver Cleaner - Aluminum foil, baking soda, salt, very hot water; Combine the above ingredients in a clean kitchen sinkPut your tarnished silver and silver-plated items into the sink and let sit for a few minutesThe tarnish will disappear from the silver and reappear on the foilSilver Polish - Rub article with toothpaste and soft clothRinse with warm water dry- Place cut-up aluminum foil in jar with water, add about 1 TBSP salt, mixPlace article in solution for 5-15 minutesRemove and rub with soft cloth.

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