Ruby can be washed with detergent. There is no professional cleaner at hand, so you can choose detergent and shower gel with moderate cleaning ability instead, but remember never to use chlorine-containing bleach or abrasives, such as baking soda and toothpaste. Chemicals such as chlorine can damage some metals used in diamond alloys, while abrasives can wear gold and other metals.

Maintaining the storage of rubies

Regarding the storage of ruby ornaments, although the hardness of rubies is second only to diamonds in nature, it does not mean that rubies are difficult to be scored. Sometimes, accidents are unexpected because they have never been imagined, and some consequences are gradually revealed.

If rubies and other gems are mixed and stored in jewelry boxes, mutual friction will gradually cause surface wear, which can only be attributed to one's carelessness. Be careful what can be easily eliminated.

Use mild soapy water, a neutral detergent mixed with water, preferably a professional gem cleaner, and a soft brush to clean rubies. After cleaning, jewelry should be put on a towel without cotton wool to dry. It is wrong for some people to blow dry rubies with a hot hair dryer. Facing the corner where jewelry is difficult to clean, they should use wax-free floss or toothpicks to remove the dirt from jewelry.