How To Improve Appearance Of A Scratched Slab

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Hidalgo Valued Member United States 216 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 07:31 am I recently purchased a classic commemorative coin - sight unseen - encased in an old PCGS slab. When I received my coin, I was disappointed to see that the slab was badly scratched. Other than re-slabbing the coin, is there a way to reduce the appearance of the scratches? Thank you in advance. Report this Post to the Staff

Zurie Pillar of the Community United States 5668 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 07:42 am Here are some suggestions on an old thread. http://goccf.com/t/110872 Report this Post to the Staff
ijn1944 Bedrock of the Community United States 19150 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 07:44 am Well-timed post. This spring I plan to address a few slabs with similar issues. Report this Post to the Staff
Yokozuna Pillar of the Community United States 4618 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 08:25 am I've had some good results with Meguiar's "Plastx" Clear Plastic Cleaner And Polish. It's made to restore your car's cloudy plastic headlight covers, but it works well on slabs too! You can find it at most auto stores or online at Walmart, Amazon, etc. It usually cost about $7. ANA ID: 3203813 - CONECA ID: N-5637 Clean a coin that may be worth collecting? Please DON'T! When in doubt, leave it dirty!! Report this Post to the Staff
kanga Pillar of the Community United States 5825 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 08:44 am I use the Novus product but a lot of people say Turtle Wax is good. Report this Post to the Staff
Hidalgo Valued Member United States 216 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 08:53 am Thank you for your replies! Based on your recommendations, I decided to search Google and find out ways to treat scratched plastics. Apparently, mild abrasives, such as toothpaste and baking powder work. I used a mixture of both, applied it on my scratched slab, and the slab is cleaner and the scratches are less pronounced. Thanks again! Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 188213 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 10:25 am Quote: I used a mixture of both, applied it on my scratched slab, and the slab is cleaner and the scratches are less pronounced. Excellent! Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
KenKat Pillar of the Community United States 4085 Posts	Posted 03/11/2021 5:18 pm Plus now your slab smells minty fresh! My 7070 US Type Set My 7100 Lincoln Cent Set (now with updates!) Report this Post to the Staff
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