Was going through some things tonight and came across this penny. It’s been awhile since I have seen him and don’t recall that toning. Maybe it’s the NGC star thread! I remember picking out this penny as a kid roughly 40 years ago. The question I have is the texture on the reverse. Between the wreath and “one cent”. Is that some funny business? Any thing I can do about those spots? Thanks, Brad
I'm with Islander; probably nothing to do there. Acetone might lift free grit on the surface, but it wont lift a spot. Look at it first under a scope. If it's a stain, I wouldn't even soak it in acetone for fear of messing with the toning. It's a nice coin with a few small carbon spots.
I cant seem to find anybody who has it in stock. What about your original suggestion of acetone? Or Conserv? https://supplies.coinweek.com/products/cleaning-coins/conserv-solvent/
I'm with Islander again. Conserve the coin with Verdi-care. That's too bad...maybe someone sneezed nearby that coin at one point 40 years ago. It happens though. Storage of coins is probably one of the most overlooked steps to protect a persons collection.
Yes, join the crowd. Verdi-care is not easy to find or get. One good thing, @BadThad (member here) is the go-to guy (producer/maker) of Verdi-care. Not sure what his supply or manufacturing status is. Maybe he'll reply to this tag with an update. I have two small bottles I use "very" sparingly. Not sure about the Conserv, I've never used it.
Yeah, unfortunately this was stored at my parents house for many decades. Two people who did not believe in AC. Who lived in Florida. And with no real concept of storage.
Alright, after watching some videos and reading some threads/comments... I bought some Conserv from Wizard Coin Supply. Everything is claiming/showing it can easily handle verdigris. I'll obviously update this with results in couple of weeks.
I bought some Conserv and VerdiCare. The Conserv came in first, so it got played with first. I tried it in on an 1893 Columbian and it worked shockingly well. I can post those if someone wants. But here is this penny after some Conserv. I cant detect a change in the toning or surface. Except, of course, where the verdigris was. Crazy the hole it ate.
Stabilizing as best you can is what’s important. I’ve not done broader research on conservation but it’s on my to-do list. We all have our problem coins. We need to do what we can to limit the overall impact. Keep at it! The progress is notable.
