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Message:: [QUOTE="Ricardo Vales, post: 7795947, member: 74349"]Acetone is inert and will not harm your coins, but make sure it is 100% acetone. Do not use nail polish remover which contains additives. I have soaked coins for weeks with no issues. These are usually coins that have dirt or tar. I remove from the acetone then rinse with water and pat dry. Then either holder for storage or send in for grading. There are products like E-Z-EST and a few others which I can't remember off the top of my head that can be used as a quick dip. You would need to rinse thoroughly and pat dry. I use paper towels. Once I rinse the coin/coins I then place the coin/coins on paper towels I pat dry with another dry towel move the coin to yet another paper towel and pat the other side. Note: Leaving any water spots on the coin will look like a stain on a proof or UNC coin. I know some people use demineralized water, but I use plain running tap water with no ill effect. You will be amazed at the results. Acetone does not remove toning, but removes tar, dirt and other foreign mater. E-Z-EST will remove toning and will bring back that bright shine, but this can only be used as a quick dip. In my personal experience I have used one or the other or both in certain situations. FYI: Over dipping can cause damage to your coins, so use with caution. I don't claim to be an expert, but I never had any issues with the products mentioned (Acetone 100% and E-Z-EST).[/QUOTE]