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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Clavdivs, post: 3058491, member: 93702&quot;]I&#039;ve purchased 2 lots and had fun with them, learned from them and found the whole experience enjoyable. Are the coins I have cleaned worth what I have paid? I do not think so. If I was to factor in the time and effort I would say even less of a value. In my (limited) experience I see these not as financial investments but as an enjoyable sideline that entertains and teaches. If that is not what you are looking for then avoid them. The lots are picked over many, many times before they make it into our hands... there is nothing of exceptional value in them.</p><p>As for the ethics of it? I feel that I have restored these items to as close to their former glory as they are going to get. A little bit of history is saved in my mind. I keep some and give some away to kids or anyone else who shows interest. So that is a big positive. As for the sourcing of these items? I have no idea. If someone has information that shows me that purchasing uncleaned lots causes issues or harm I would certainly reassess my practices.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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