SHOULD I CLEAN THEM? IF YES HOW?

Discussion in 'Coin Roll Hunting' started by SmokinJoe, Jul 17, 2020.

  1. SmokinJoe

    SmokinJoe Well-Known Member

    I have a few older cents that I am starting to worry about. They are enclosed in 2 inch by 2 inch clear plastic holders with foam inserts to hold each cent. Age range is
    middle 1800 to early 1900. I checked them yesterday and noticed a few that had
    black / brown spots on them here and there, well the spots are turning green.I have to believe they are starting to rot.What should I do to remove the green crap?
     

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  3. NOS

    NOS Former Coin Hoarder

    Cleaning in the traditional sense will not work. What you need to do is neutralize the oxidation with Verdi-Care.

    This product is made by a member on this very forum: https://www.cointalk.com/members/badthad.17261/.

    It has become a bit difficult to find on third-party sites due to supply issues but I'd send this user a message and see if you can work out a deal with him directly.
     
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    fretboard Defender of Old Coinage!

    Yep, get some VerdiCare that's the best option on verdigris! ;)
     
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  5. SmokinJoe

    SmokinJoe Well-Known Member

    Thanks NOS for that information and yes, can you please send the person you know a message? Thanks ahead of time.
     
    SmokinJoe, Jul 18, 2020
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  6. Corn Man

    Corn Man Well-Known Member

    Dip it in acetone
     
    Corn Man, Aug 1, 2020
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