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<p>[QUOTE="desertgem, post: 1617865, member: 15199"]Any coins sold by the pound or even the ton are generally worth less than the purchase price when re-sold for collector value. Maybe once in a while a coin is found that is worth it, but most are circulated and silver is seldom. Although I would not recommend cleaning valued coins unless a person is experienced and can make choices, I see no reason not to do so for your coins. Just remember to say 'we don't do this to coins that may be worth selling' or similar. I would use a flow of warm water and some dish detergent ( not worried about minor color change) and even a worn tooth brush. The purpose is to expose to the details of the coins and not their dirt. The memories and perhaps the interest of your grandson will be worth it all. Perhaps divide the quantity up into a couple of sessions so it is not too concentrated. Have fun![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="desertgem, post: 1617865, member: 15199"]Any coins sold by the pound or even the ton are generally worth less than the purchase price when re-sold for collector value. Maybe once in a while a coin is found that is worth it, but most are circulated and silver is seldom. Although I would not recommend cleaning valued coins unless a person is experienced and can make choices, I see no reason not to do so for your coins. Just remember to say 'we don't do this to coins that may be worth selling' or similar. I would use a flow of warm water and some dish detergent ( not worried about minor color change) and even a worn tooth brush. The purpose is to expose to the details of the coins and not their dirt. The memories and perhaps the interest of your grandson will be worth it all. Perhaps divide the quantity up into a couple of sessions so it is not too concentrated. Have fun![/QUOTE]
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