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Expert: Thomas Date: 7/14/2008 Subject: Discolored gold bracelet
Question While filling my automatic clorinator on my pool, the odor was overwhelming. This has never happened before! Then I looked down to see my gold bracelet lokking almost rusty in color. I washed it with jewelry cleaner right away, but no change. Is there anything I can do to repair my bracelet from the chemical reaction?
Answer Laura, jewelry cleaner will not work since the discoloration is a chemical reaction. This is what to do:
Call some jewelry businesses and ask if they have a bench jeweler working there. The bench jeweler is the one who actually does repairs, polishing, custom work, etc. If so, take the bracelet to the store and have it professionally polished. This will remove the discoloration and restore the appearance of the gold.
At the same time, the jeweler can check the bracelet for any damage which chlorine can bring about, however, I doubt the metal is any thing more than discolored with this one exposure.
I do hope this helps. : ) Removing the discoloration at home is difficult and I do suggest using a jeweler for this job.
