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New Member
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If you are going to package, store away silver coins with numismatic value, and you believe there is a grimy oily surface to the coin, and you decide you must "rinse it", what are the materials to use and the steps. What should be the last thing you do before storage. Rinse with distilled water for example? I know there are "rinsing" agents for silver. Can I hear some suggestions on the correct way, steps, and materials to prepare silver coins for storage?
Thanks to all....some of the nicest people I have met on here!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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100% acetone followed up by a rinse in distilled water making sure to pat them dry. Make sure to keep moisture / chemicals away from them if you are storing them long term. Somewhere dry and cool is preferred.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Good advice.  to the CCF! |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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100% acetone followed up by a rinse in distilled water Doing it in that order leaves residual water on the coin. I recommend to always use water first, then 100% acetone to dehydrate the surface prior to storage. Immediately place coins rinsed with acetone into holders so they don't rehydrate. Water is the #1 enemy of coins! Edited by BadThad
11/17/2024 5:01 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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PS - This would be considered conservation, not cleaning. This rinsing process in 100% acceptable to numismatists.
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11/17/2024 5:03 pm
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Moderator
 United States
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I have to agree with Thad here - good advice.
Some folks like to soak their coin in Acetone for a bit, then a quick dip in some clean fresh acetone to make sure the impurities are rinsed off.
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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Agree with Thad, DW and then Acetone.
I swing a metal detector and have a knack for finding dirty old coins. Dirt coin restoration projects - https://www.prodetecting.com/restorationsDirt coin restoration blog - https://www.prodetecting.com/blog/ccawDirt coin dig videos - https://www.youtube.com/@prodetecting |
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New Member
 United States
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As usual....logical and targeted information from the pros!
I am just starting out with a small coin collection my uncle left me. I wish I had my shoeboxes of baseball cards still! Collecting is calming and soothing I find.....now I need to learn how to do it correctly...while still having fun!
Thanks gentlemen.
Is there a way to trade coins? Or a forum as such?
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Good advice from everyone. Pure acetone is safe to use.
Errers and Varietys.
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United States
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Doing it in that order leaves residual water on the coin.
I recommend to always use water first, then 100% acetone to dehydrate the surface prior to storage. Immediately place coins rinsed with acetone into holders so they don't rehydrate. Water is the #1 enemy of coins! Quoted. For. Truth.  |
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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Edited by Sharks
11/18/2024 12:29 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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to the CCF, Mikeascoin! Quote:
Is there a way to trade coins? Or a forum as such? Participate in discussions here on the CCF. When you have the requisite number of posts, you will be able to do so here. Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures
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Is there a way to trade coins? Or a forum as such? Participate in discussions here on the CCF. When you have the requisite number of posts, you will be able to do so here. For more info: Buy/Sell/Trade Rules |
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