1978 Proof set OGP

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by expat, Aug 6, 2021.

  1. expat

    expat Remember you are unique, just like everyone else Supporter

    Is there anything to renovate the plastic holder? This set has such pronounced frosting, it is a shame to view them through such damaged and scraped window.
    Here a couple of the coins with frosting, and the awful plastic
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  3. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

    I've read about using headlight cleaner and a polishing cloth.
    I've also read about using toothpaste. Something about the grit in it that basically polishes the plastic down.
    I've never tried either of these methods so your results may vary :p

    Those are some nice frosty looking coins!
     
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  4. charley

    charley Well-Known Member

    I am in favor of leaving it alone, until the time you decide to encapsulate in a different manner.
    You could also replace the holder quite easily and for very minor expense.
     
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  5. Inspector43

    Inspector43 More than 75 Years Active Collecting Supporter

    I have so many of these. It is terrible to have to look at them this way.
     
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  6. expat

    expat Remember you are unique, just like everyone else Supporter

    I have some old '70s holders I could experiment on.
     
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  7. expat

    expat Remember you are unique, just like everyone else Supporter

    Yes, they will never be sold, so I could even put them in individual airtites
     
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  8. expat

    expat Remember you are unique, just like everyone else Supporter

    As posted by members above, there are options, but each time I pick it up, I just want to break it apart so I can look at them properly
     
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  9. LakeEffect

    LakeEffect Average Circulated

    You could always use a Capital Plastics holder. Good looking, fairly cheap and usually available used at the LCS and eBay.

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  10. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    Turtle Wax Headlight Lens Restorer should do the trick.
     
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