Can I use a toothbrush to clean silver jewelry?

I use toothpaste to clean silver jewelry or anything silver. Toothpaste contains hydrated silica which is an abrasive and surface stain remover. I have silver jewelry cleaner but I rarely use it. read more

Do not use gel toothpaste, as it usually does not contain baking soda. And, avoid toothpastes that boast tartar-control or whitening power, as they may include chemicals that can harm your silver. Use a soft dampened cloth to clean more delicate jewelry or softer silvers. Wet the silver and add a dab of toothpaste. read more

If you want to clean silver jewelry, do the same thing, but add in a bit of baking soda as well. Silver jewelry can soak a little longer: up to two or three hours. A Moist Cloth. When in doubt, use a moist cloth. Some jewelry items, particularly those with soft, porous gemstones like pearls, turquoise, coral, and amber, should never be soaked. read more