How do you clean a copper snake ring?

To clean a copper snake ring and remove tarnish, you can use a simple method with common household items. Here's how:

1. Prepare the Ring: Wet the copper snake ring thoroughly with water.

2. Apply Salt: Sprinkle salt liberally over the entire surface of the ring. The salt acts as a mild abrasive.

3. Lemon Juice Application: Dampen a soft cloth with lemon juice. The acidity of the lemon juice helps to dissolve the tarnish.

4. Rub the Ring: Gently rub the ring with the lemon juice-soaked cloth, ensuring you cover all areas, until the tarnish disappears. According to the reference, you should rub the piece until the tarnish disappears.

5. Rinse: Once the tarnish is removed, rinse the snake ring thoroughly with warm water to remove any remaining salt and lemon juice.

6. Dry: Dry the ring completely with a clean, soft cloth. This prevents water spots and further tarnishing.

Here's a table summarizing the cleaning process:

Step	Action	Purpose
1. Wet	Wet the ring with water.	Prepares the surface for cleaning.
2. Apply Salt	Sprinkle salt on the ring's surface.	Acts as a gentle abrasive.
3. Lemon Juice	Dampen a cloth with lemon juice.	Dissolves the tarnish.
4. Rub	Rub the ring with the cloth until clean.	Removes the tarnish.
5. Rinse	Rinse with warm water.	Removes cleaning residue.
6. Dry	Dry the ring with a soft cloth.	Prevents water spots and further tarnishing.

By following these steps, your copper snake ring should be clean and free of tarnish.