Token with thick green corrosion

[coop]

Before u use this method ya wanna make sure that the surface of the coin or token is intact for the most part, This method is harsh and can completely destroy the item your trying to clean. This is how I remove thick corrosion from coins. Soak in white vinegar brush with soft bristle brush until corrosion is removed, Then neutralize the acid left on the coin with backing soda and water. Then let dry and coat with coin care. Hope this helps.

 

[Tony Two-Cent]

Coop, about how long do you let it soak in white vinegar?

 

[coop]

Coop, about how long do you let it soak in white vinegar?

As long as it takes to remove the corrosion, Or until your happy with how it looks.

 

[Mayadigger]

Ave Coop,

Nice...but it actually looked better with the patina intact- shows the age of the piece, ya know? Just my two cents...

Best regards,

Kevin

 

[coop]

Ave Coop,

Nice...but it actually looked better with the patina intact- shows the age of the piece, ya know? Just my two cents...

Best regards,

Kevin

That is corrosion and it made the token look like crap in my opinion. :lol:

 

[Mayadigger]

Ave!

No problem, bro', it's your find, after all. ;-)

Best,

Kevin

 

[SilverDon]

Thanks for the tip! I've dug Indian head pennies and Large Cents with stuff on it. Maybe I'll try to clean one of the worst ones as a test. It can't hurt. I assume that you start brushing at it short after you place the coin in the vinegar. You don't let it sit for a period of time first, do you?

 

[giant056]

That's basically how I do it a little bit at a time