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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;SilverSurfer, post: 765084, member: 21603&quot;]I found this...</p><p><br /></p><p><b>CLEANING SILVER COINS </b>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; </p><p>Silver coins, when newly minted, have a bright silvery-white surface. A chemically active metal, silver tends to tone deep brown to black. Circulated silver coins will often have a dull gray appearance, sometimes with a deep gray or black area. Silver coins acquire a blue, green, or violet oil-like tone through tarnishing that can enhance the appearance and desirability of an old silver coin and should not be cleaned. </p><p>Many collectors will not buy silver coins that look as if they have been cleaned. When tarnish becomes dark brown or black, and a coin&#039;s design is hard to see, there may be some desirability to cleaning it using non-harsh methods, but never with an abrasive paste or cloth. </p><p><b>Clean dark&nbsp; silver coins</b> with ammonia, vinegar, rubbing alcohol, lemon juice or polish remover with aceton. Allow coins to soak in a container of the liquid until any dirt or encrustation has been dislodged.</p><p>&nbsp;Air-dry or pat them dry with a soft, clean cloth. Do not rub or polish. This may scratch the surface of the coin and will remove metal from the coin&#039;s surface. Any wear or scratches will decrease the value of your coin!</p><p><br /></p><p>I think the thing to note is this line....&quot;Many collectors will not buy silver coins that look as if they have been cleaned.&quot;[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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