[Jewelry making - Article 01253] - Re: [Orchid] Sensitive Stones Cleaning

[John Winters]

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    I agree with you, I have been cleaning all kinds of stones with
    ultrasonic and steam for over 30 years. I have broken one peridot
    once with the steamer, at least that's what I think happened. I did
    have a mexican opal that seemed to increase it's cloudyness after
    steaming. 

    I am gentle with all stones, especially emeralds, but that is
    because of their value and a healthy respect for their fragility in
    general. I like to use ammonia and Dawn liquid detergent with water
    in my ultrasonic cleaner. I have a friend who uses Spic and Span.

John

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