Log in or Sign up
Coin Talk
Home
Forums
>
CoinTalk
>
What's it Worth
>
I877 25c ICG-MS62 Considering removing from holder?
>
Reply to Thread
Message:
<p>[QUOTE="Paul M., post: 2497560, member: 73165"]Never rub the coin! That's a great way to cause hairlines. Also, always handle coins by their edges. </p><p><br /></p><p>I would try soaking in various solvents (start with distilled water, then move on to acetone and then xylene if there are no results). For the water soak, pat dry with a lint-free cloth (but do not rub!); for acetone and xylene, they are fairly volatile and will evaporate quickly, so there is no need to pat dry.</p><p><br /></p><p>Also, I see some cool clash marks. <img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie1" alt=":)" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" />[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Paul M., post: 2497560, member: 73165"]Never rub the coin! That's a great way to cause hairlines. Also, always handle coins by their edges. I would try soaking in various solvents (start with distilled water, then move on to acetone and then xylene if there are no results). For the water soak, pat dry with a lint-free cloth (but do not rub!); for acetone and xylene, they are fairly volatile and will evaporate quickly, so there is no need to pat dry. Also, I see some cool clash marks. :)[/QUOTE]
Your name or email address:
Do you already have an account?
No, create an account now.
Yes, my password is:
Forgot your password?
Stay logged in
Coin Talk
Home
Forums
>
CoinTalk
>
What's it Worth
>
I877 25c ICG-MS62 Considering removing from holder?
>
Home
Home
Quick Links
Search Forums
Recent Activity
Recent Posts
Forums
Forums
Quick Links
Search Forums
Recent Posts
Competitions
Competitions
Quick Links
Competition Index
Rules, Terms & Conditions
Gallery
Gallery
Quick Links
Search Media
New Media
Showcase
Showcase
Quick Links
Search Items
Most Active Members
New Items
Directory
Directory
Quick Links
Directory Home
New Listings
Members
Members
Quick Links
Notable Members
Current Visitors
Recent Activity
New Profile Posts
Sponsors
Menu
Search
Search titles only
Posted by Member:
Separate names with a comma.
Newer Than:
Search this thread only
Search this forum only
Display results as threads
Useful Searches
Recent Posts
More...