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<p>[QUOTE="BadThad, post: 534915, member: 17261"]Sure, find the purest stuff you can and run a residue test on it before using. Put some in glass container and let it evaporate, check for residue. Don't use finger nail polish remover! It contains ethyl acetate and will create problems.....like actually feeding the verdigris.</p><p> </p><p>Also, be aware acetone is flammable, so keep it away from heat and flame! It drys instantly so rinse, catch in a paper towel, pat dry and put it right into an Airtite without touching it. That should pretty well stop the reaction where it is.</p><p> </p><p>If you choose to attempt removal, on another note, there's a thick spot in there. I suspect either it's irremovable or, if you do remove it, there will be a "divot" under it. I'd say probably best left alone as is, it's a nice coin.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="BadThad, post: 534915, member: 17261"]Sure, find the purest stuff you can and run a residue test on it before using. Put some in glass container and let it evaporate, check for residue. Don't use finger nail polish remover! It contains ethyl acetate and will create problems.....like actually feeding the verdigris. Also, be aware acetone is flammable, so keep it away from heat and flame! It drys instantly so rinse, catch in a paper towel, pat dry and put it right into an Airtite without touching it. That should pretty well stop the reaction where it is. If you choose to attempt removal, on another note, there's a thick spot in there. I suspect either it's irremovable or, if you do remove it, there will be a "divot" under it. I'd say probably best left alone as is, it's a nice coin.[/QUOTE]
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