To Clean or Not to Clean

Discussion in 'Coin Chat' started by Trust, Jun 26, 2015.

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  1. Paul M.

    Paul M. Well-Known Member

    I'd say this is terrible advice for a beginner. You can ruin a coin much more easily than improve it.
     
    Paul M., Jun 27, 2015
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  3. sgt23

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    French is of the old school of numismatics that believe cleaning was okay. Reading any of his books you will see he has always been on the side of cleaning. I have a beginners book of his from 1989 where he devoted a chapter to cleaning coins.
     
    sgt23, Jul 25, 2015
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  4. micbraun

    micbraun coindiccted

    Cleaning can already be bad enough for your coins, please don't stab them...
     
    micbraun, Jul 25, 2015
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  5. Treashunt

    Treashunt The Other Frank


    No comment
     
    Treashunt, Jul 25, 2015
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  6. leaconcen

    leaconcen learning constantly

    Good afternoon my aged friend. :rolleyes:
     
    leaconcen, Jul 25, 2015
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  7. willard t frye

    willard t frye Member

    Would you like some nice shiny Lincoln cents or any other copper based coin? Take some low value coins and place in a vinegar salt solution. Bingo! Instant brilliance. Don't forget to wash.
     
    willard t frye, Jul 28, 2015
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