Acetone and then dip or just dip? ‘21 Morgan

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Will do, thanks.

 

From experience, I had a Morgan 1886 O that was in an album I got from an estate sale. The one side had tape across it where it was held in the album which was probably there for decades.

To remove about 90% of the tape and hardened glue, I had to soak in acetone for about 3 days to loosen it up before I used my finger to rub it off.

Note: Use a sandwich type sealed bag to put the coin in with acetone fully immersing the coin. Acetone by itself in a cup will evaporate within an hour and also stink up whatever room you leave it in.

 

Adhesives for such tapes have changed popularity over the last 60 years as type of materials, regulations, and litigation has all increased. Generally the best plan is to start with water, and if it is not working , move to 91% Isopropyl alcohol ( Walmart), then if still needed to acetone. If a modern epoxy or acrylic glue is used, it is possible it can't be removed without physical damage to the coin. Acetone first will work sometimes, but not on water soluble glues. Jim

 

Lol. I knew that someone would comment on that as I was typing it. It less harsh that a cotton q-tip that can scratch it.