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Since this coin is a key, I'm pretty concerned about the advancement of the corrosion. What measures could I take to further preserve the surfaces. I have it in an Intercept Shield holder now. Is there something I can dip it in or should I just leave it alone? Just trying to pick up some ideas  .   swcoin.ecrater.com
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There used to be a product called "coin care" or something like that. It was a very light oil that you put on copper coins and it sealed the surface so no additional corrosion would occur, provided the coin was kept dry and stored correctly. Might work on your 14D. I would suggest contacting Tom Reynolds at earlyamericancoppers.com and see what he says, he has the most incredible old copper coins I have ever seen.
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he has the most incredible old copper coins I have ever seen I take it he does not care for TPG. I've seen him at Long Beach. Some of his Large Cents take you back in time. He had a 1796 that had full mint luster! Looked at least 66 or 67. Thanks for the info. swcoin.ecrater.com
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I make a point of going by his table at Long Beach every show. I call it the "drool and wish" table. He has the most incredible Classic Head Large Cents I have ever seen. He is also really nice and always willing to answer questions. And yes you are correct, very few slabs on his table.
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I suggest you leave well enough alone with that coin. Just make sure no air can get to it so seal any edges of the holder with tape. If you are really concerned about that coin, go to the https://www.coppercoins.com web site. The person that has that web site is the author of 2 books on just Lincoln Cents, the web site is dedicated to that coin as well. |
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Thanks guys. I contacted Tom Reynolds. He said a light layer of mineral oil or a product called CARE would do the trick.
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Hope you can keep it from getting worn more
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Found this on Brent Kreuger: Tom Reynolds said this will work.
Coin Care 1 oz cleaner/conditioner. Removes soil and coating from coins leaving a natural finish. Adds a lubricant as a protective film. Environmentally safe.
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Bedrock of the Community
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I still say leave it alone. That is to valuable a coin to experiment on with anything that may or may not do worse. Just seal from air. messing with that coin could do possibly more damage. Leave it alone.
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I think I will Carl. I am just going to put in an Intercept Shield holder. I like these holders for protection. I don't want to mess with it. If it were a 1914, that would be a different story. Besides, I've never used chemicals on any coin. Don't trust em.
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I think I will Carl. I am just going to put in an Intercept Shield holder. I like these holders for protection. I don't want to mess with it. If it were a 1914, that would be a different story. Besides, I've never used chemicals on any coin. Don't trust em.
Good choice. Always remember that when anyone tells you to experiment on something, with something and your not familiar with that, they have nothing to loose. YOU DO. Playing with chemicals that couls make you loose your eyesight, your face, your life or just your house is your problem. If you did mess something up, the suggestors will just say to bad, sorry and move on. |
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