Cleaning war nickels

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by Dougmeister, Sep 13, 2014.

  1. Dougmeister

    Dougmeister Well-Known Member

    I found this while metal detecting yesterday. Since it isn't super valuable, how can I clean it?
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    Dougmeister, Sep 13, 2014
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  3. jello

    jello Not Expert★NormL®

    A distilled water bath won't hurt it.:)
     
    jello, Sep 13, 2014
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  4. SSG_Gonzo

    SSG_Gonzo Well-Known Member

    Dip in acetone for about 15 minutes and than air dry.
     
    SSG_Gonzo, Sep 16, 2014
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  5. RubenRybnik

    RubenRybnik New Member

    I hate to admit it, but I shine up junk silver by rubbing it with toothpaste and warm water till it shines right up lol

    *disclaimer* this is NOT an acceptable coin conservation method and you will erase any numismatic I.e. collectable value of coins by doing this!*
     
    RubenRybnik, Sep 16, 2014
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  6. SSG_Gonzo

    SSG_Gonzo Well-Known Member

    That is all bad. Don't do that just use acetone. It will not damage your coin and is a proven conservation method.
     
    SSG_Gonzo, Sep 17, 2014
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