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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;SSG_Gonzo, post: 1975351, member: 31791&quot;]One method you can try if you are willing to, is one that I have done multiple times. I use circulated coins that I use on a day to day basis to practice different options with preserving and imaging. Since these coins do not go into any collections it doesn’t cause any issues. I have tried acetone on many of these coins as well as using a q-tip to lightly remove residue. This of course is frowned upon in the numismatic world but it was a test done by myself to see what happens to a coin with this option. I have used the distilled water rinse process but it seemed as an extra added step that I found un-needed due to the fact that the acetone will remove organic material, just grip the coin from the rim wearing medical gloves and swirl around before removing. I also use circulated coins for imaging help as I can fully handle the coin knowing it will not be part of my collection. The key word to remember is that you are preserving a coin when you are introducing it to the acetone dip and not cleaning the coin. This is important because cleaning the coin means you are introducing wiping, scrubbing and introduction of different cleaning solvents.</p><p>When it comes to the coin in question I would attempt the dip on a different coin since it would be your first time trying to preserve a coin. Seeing that the 1916-D is not in that great of shape but holds value, you may want to get some experience under your belt with the process. One thing to remember is this process is not that complicated and can be achieved by any novice, but the option is yours. Good luck and I hope I haven’t added any fears to your preservation situation.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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