Acetone is a LAST RESORT for copper coins(ADULT SUPERVISION IS STRONGLY ADVISED) and if the coin,be it silver,gold,nickel or clads, the coin must be submerged in the solution while restoring.
This site is family orientated and many youngsters are presently members or access this site for honest opinions dealing with their hobby. Acetone and it's use can have disastrous results.
If distilled water does not achieve the desired result,try a soak in hot distilled water,(no detergents)several times if needed,1/2 hour intervals without rubbing,scraping,picking away etc. Assess the result in relation to the coins value and rariety; is it worth more investment in time and money? If so, seek out safe methods that DO NOT REQUIRE CARCINOGENS.