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Pillar of the Community
United States
1699 Posts |
Would it be good to wrap some of my coins in GLAD Cling Wrap, for long term storage? I have done this with some of my coins already but I am still not sure if it is good for the coins. Thanks
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Valued Member
United States
156 Posts |
When I went through my grandfather's collection, there were a few coins that had been wrapped in cling wrap for at least 25 years. They all looked terrible, with lines and color gradations and a filmy look and, well, just look below. The toning lines on the reverse match creases in the plastic wrap.   |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4541 Posts |
i wanted to say I did not think it would be a good idea but didnt want to comment until someone else clarified.
Buzzard
its a shame that coin ended up like that
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Valued Member
United States
419 Posts |
Yeah not a good idea. Does cling wrap have pvc?
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4541 Posts |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
7629 Posts |
Cling wrap would be a very bad idea. I would suggest archival safe flips, row boxes, and a temperature controlled storage environment. If you're storing the coins in the attic or garage where temperature is not controlled, nothing will help. For the most part, keeping them cool and dry will go a long way toward keeping them safe.
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
1699 Posts |
Thanks Everyone. I guess I will take all the coins that I already put in plastic wrap out. Thanks again.
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New Member
United States
27 Posts |
is it a good idea if you have a food saver to vacuum seal the coins?
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Pillar of the Community
United States
7629 Posts |
I personally see little reason to go through the expense or trouble, but then again some might disagree.
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Moderator
 United States
16677 Posts |
Stay away from plastic wrap, foil, wax paper, even paper bags. I'm with coppercoins, archival safe materials only!
swcoin.ecrater.com
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Posted 03/08/2009 10:33 pm
