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    how to clean very old copper penny's and silver coins

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      A friend of mine has a coin collection and when speaking with coin dealers, they have always told him "No matter what you hear, don't clean them at all".  I assume that's if you want to sell them and get full value.

      11 years ago. Rating: 5
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        Ducky

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        commented 11 years ago

        If these are very old coins worth money , you might want to check with a dealer first. Some old things lose value when presented shiny and sparkly!

        11 years ago. Rating: 6
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          I think my old mum used to use vinegar.

          11 years ago. Rating: 6
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            Put the pennies into a shallow bowl and cover with cider vinegar, shake the bowl until shiny…….

            11 years ago. Rating: 4
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              Not sure about silver, but soaking in Coca Cola is meant to work on copper coins to restore the shine.

              11 years ago. Rating: 4
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                terryfossil 1

                thanks mate
                commented 11 years ago
                mycatsmom

                Coke used to take rust off a chrome bumper too.
                commented 11 years ago

                When I was 10 or 12, we boiled pennys in Vinegar to restore their shine. You can buy copper polish.

                11 years ago. Rating: 3
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