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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;whopper64, post: 8165325, member: 101364&quot;]Great posts, many with completely different ideas and reactions.&nbsp; The gist of these posts (IMHO) is that inert oils should not really harm the coins, but any improvement of appearance is temporary.&nbsp; This is where the intent to deceive if the coin is sold relatively soon after the oiling.&nbsp; I also realize that any coins AU or above should never be oiled, but that the oiling can be done to lower grade coins to help clean them without harsh chemicals to improve their appearance.&nbsp; I&#039;ve also learned that if I purchase a coin that looks like it has been oiled to use xylene to get rid of any residue.&nbsp; Since I store all my coins in non-pvc 2x2 flips and then put them in Dansco albums with a protective slipcover, as well as live in a dry climate area of the country, I feel that I&#039;m protecting the coins as well as possible without resorting to chemicals or additives.&nbsp; Just my take on all the great posts.&nbsp; And I do really appreciate the learning curve.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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