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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Jaelus, post: 3142742, member: 46237&quot;]Ok, but how do you know how it was handled before you got it? That&#039;s the danger. Acetone removes oils from handling and other organic contaminants (PVC residue, adhesives, etc.) from the coin without adversely affecting it. You don&#039;t want to store a coin long term with these contaminants present. Acetone also assures the coin is completely dry before storage.</p><p><br /></p><p>Proper cleaning (a.k.a. conservation) and proper protection of the surfaces is a must for WWI era iron. By the way, I would also suggest keeping a coin like that in an archival all-mylar flip like a saflip. Cardboard wicks moisture out of the air and is not ideal storage for this type of coin.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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