Part 1 Safe way to clean your coins! Use only if damaging when cleaning will not decrease value!

[@originalatogscoins]

Part2: kzbin.info-rMYq7nGI_4

[@davy1458]

You can also get your acetone from going to the gym and working out

[@originalatogscoins]

Hahaha nice!!

[@CharliesAngel.6197]

😂

[@CharliesAngel.6197]

😂😂😂😂

[@V.Martinez210]

I always clean and polish my sliver coins and my wheat pennys made of 100% copper and 90% silver I know I’m dumb but I like them when they are shine they look more like treasure !

[@originalatogscoins]

That does ruin the numismatic value. But they are your coins. Do what you like! I’ve been thinking of making a video about polished and unpolished coins.

[@carythestickman]

"5% of the time the answer is yes" WELL THAT EXPLAINED A LOT ☺☺☺☺☺💀

[@screenlaughs1191]

Mineral turpentine I use for laboratory equipment cleaning doesn't strip any kind of metals cooper bronze

[@originalatogscoins]

Oh cool! I haven't heard of using that one.

[@davycrockett4395]

Is that the same thing as mineral spirits?

[@damiansullivan9728]

Aluminum foil in the bottom of a pan, baking soda sprinkled of the coin, pour boiling water over it, only takes a couple minutes and you never touch it with a brush or rag, coin comes out pristine and untouched

[@originalatogscoins]

Thanks! I've never tried that.

[@GinaGraydon-sr7rb]

What about a old HIGH ms 41 wheat penny that has finger prints? Very valuable coin....(especially with that print off and original patina intact

[@originalatogscoins]

Unfortunately there is no way to remove the fingerprint. And if it is a High MS, I personally wouldn't do anything to it. If the value is there to get it graded you can see if the grading company will "Conserve" the coin. That is a fancy way of saying safely clean the coin. @@GinaGraydon-sr7rb

[@damiansullivan9728]

@@GinaGraydon-sr7rb finger prints are permanent, I wouldn't clean it anyway, the method I suggested is for bullion (which is ok to clean) minted collectable coins should never be cleaned cause it removes the original patina that collectors want

[@gameplaydays-oj3el]

Will it damage the coin?

[@Jen.4523]

There is fingernail polish remover that is 100% acetone

[@originalatogscoins]

They do add fragrance and things to some and can still list it as 100%. It’s hard to tell which one is which sometimes.

[@vincentcaruso3360]

Looks can be deceiving. I see amazing details and luster in that coin after you clean it I wouldn’t be surprised if it still had midstate details and luster.

[@originalatogscoins]

If it weren’t for the dark spots I think it would have gotten mint state grade. Most definitely a high AU at the very least. It would come back as environmental damage in its current state. Which is why I chose it as a candidate for cleaning.

[@lazyboylarry4345]

Looks like that coin was in a fire.

[@originalatogscoins]

It looked like it would have been awesome without the damage!

[@jollysanyal7381]

Soaking in pure extra virgin olive oil will bring out the best results 👍🇮🇳

[@originalatogscoins]

I've heard that works, but only really for dirt. And does take a long time.

[@TheBams13smab]

What if you use a water pick? I’m assuming there would be microscopic water abrasions?

[@originalatogscoins]

There probably would be. The harsher you are to coins the more it will show up.

[@jamicub39]

Coconut oil works

[@originalatogscoins]

Good to know! I’ll need to try it.

[@DeKalbGal]

And the result?

[@originalatogscoins]

Part 2 results: Part 2 Safe way to clean your coins Results! *Use only if cleaning damage won't decrease value!* kzbin.info-rMYq7nGI_4?feature=share

[@3GoodNerds]

Nice

[@urswsaggym0m]

Can you also do this with a roman coin

[@originalatogscoins]

Yes. Its not going to get everything off the coin though. But don't scrub it. As scrubbing or rubbing the coin will leave surface abrasions. This will cause a coin to be considered cleaned. The Acetone will loosen some of the surface debris, tape, glue, etc...

[@nicolasbruno829]

Electrolysis is another way to get some dirt and debris off, although anything will involve scrubbing.

[@originalatogscoins]

Electrolysis would end up altering the surfaces. Unfortunately not a real way to restore a coin so far gone.

[@nicolasbruno829]

@@originalatogscoins Ah, did not know that.

[@urswsaggym0m]

​​@@originalatogscoinsdose nitro thinner work

[@stevetaylor9752]

Personally I have no problem with cleaning coins! It would just depend on the coin!

[@originalatogscoins]

I would agree. I wouldn't want to ruin a really nice coin.

[@kdgf7news195]

Use ms 70

[@gfdia35]

No after shot 🤦‍♂️

[@originalatogscoins]

It’s in part 2. Linked on this short.

[@annetteessman8827]

Hummm....almost 😊

[@johntunnell2969]

Looks like it's been though a fire...

[@originalatogscoins]

It was hard to get a good video of the coin. I just took a good look at the coin and some of it may have some heat damage. There have been several of these that I came across at my LCS with similar gunk on the surface. This was the nicest one that I figured would make for a good video here. Not sure some extremely hot coffee would damage the surface like this. But that is my best guess for what was on these coins.

[@TheShrimpGod]

just use some ms70

[@thunderlight4142]

No u shouldn’t

[@hippyvan]

Corn Shop?

[@originalatogscoins]

Coin Shop.

[@stubaker1737]

Taco bell hot sauce

[@originalatogscoins]

That would damage the surface.

[@metaldetectorcleaningobject]

👏👏👍

[@metaldetectorcleaningobject]

🤔🧐🧐

[@Orlander-ut4if]

Bruh my brother says it’s fake and he is 13

[@originalatogscoins]

Its real Bro.

[@Orlander-ut4if]

@@originalatogscoins I know

[@Bart-Did-it]

Looks like it’s been in a fire 🏠 🔥 🪙

[@johngarduno6476]

Not good if you're trying to sell the coin 🪙.

[@originalatogscoins]

True. This coin is already considered damaged. The only reason why I would try to restore it. I don’t think I conveyed that in the video well.

[@ninyostash]

I have a bunch of 1979 Susan dollar coins and 1973 half dollar coins. Can you tell me what’s the best way to figure out the value of these?

[@originalatogscoins]

For the 1979 Susan B look up what is called a "Wide Rim" You should be able to tell the difference if you have one. Those hold about a $10+ value depending on condition. Otherwise Those coin dates are fairly common and are most likely only going to be worth face value unless they are in *PRISTINE* condition. There are some DDO varieties on the 1973 halves that you would need a magnifying device to see. They can be compared to picture on VarieyVIsta.com if you so choose to. The DDO's can hold a little value as well but coin shops do not pay up for most varieties.

[@davycrockett4395]

Has anyone used mineral spirits? I tried it for tye first time on a silver nickel it came out really well. No marks anything.

[@originalatogscoins]

Haven’t heard of anyone using it. Not sure how it would affect the surfaces.

[@Inkwell-ot1iv]

That does lower the value of the coin they would know trust me that’s a really bad idea if you’re trying to sell the coin

[@originalatogscoins]

Yes cleaning can be detected on coins. I did try to mention that this coin is considered damaged before and afterwards. I got it for melt value and that is all it is worth. There is a part 2 of the video as well.

[@davycrockett4395]

It depends. The way he did it if he sent that off to PCGS or NGC it should get a straight grade. The cat is out the bag now. It's exactly what they do when you pay for restoration services. They just don't want you to do it they want you to pay them to do it. I know I've sent coins off after cleaning with Acetone. Soak no longer than 3 mins rinse with distilled water no longer than 30 secs. Pat dry 100% cotton towel do not rub. Good luck!

[@benlamar6267]

I was told to never clean my coins

[@originalatogscoins]

Most of the time you don't want to. I would only try to safely clean a coin if its value wouldn't fall if I damaged it. I got this coin for silver melt. If I damaged it it would still be worth silver melt. No harm no foul on this coin.

[@Makemyluck]

Why not clean them though? If you do it safely ??

[@FemmeFren]

​@Makemyluck Because no matter how "gently" you clean a coin, it is still going to be abrasive. Even chemicals specifically meant for this task will leave extremely small abrasions that can be seen under a microscope. This is why you don't want to clean them if you plan on reselling them, but if they're for personal collection or pure material worth, it does not matter.

[@nicksaylor3288]

I highly doubt cleaning with baking soda and even lightly scrubbing with plastic brush is going to shave away silver with is a metal that is much harder than a toothbrush. Science says no

[@TheSudrianTerrier653]

@@originalatogscoins cleaning them altogether causes the value to drop

[@tuba6549]

I have a Wisconsin 1848 coin. Can you value these? Thanks for the video.

[@originalatogscoins]

Are you talking about a state quarter from 2004? The state quarters have the date the state joined the union on them and Wisconsin joined in 1848. I don't know of any other Wisconsin coins and the state quarters are mostly just worth face value. The only exception would be almost perfect Graded coins. Or the Extra leaf varieties. You can google search to see if your coin matches the extra leaf varieties from the pictures.

[@nelsonmajor2079]

Soo if you have a coin tray in the car and coffee or juice spills in it and it dries how do you Clean it or why not clean it???

[@originalatogscoins]

If the coins could hold any additional over the face value, cleaning coins can and will destroy that value. If you want to try to preserve the added value, Acetone would be the safest way to get off sticky substances. You can also soak in distilled water. This way you don’t scrub the surfaces and can loosen up debris. If you just want to wash them if for daily use some you can. Coins cleaned, wiped, scrubbed, or polished are considered damaged for collecting purposes. Sorry if this is overly explaining things. I just wanted to make sure I was thorough.

[@COCONUT3454]

"WHAT HAPPENED TO THE FOUNTAIN COINS!?!?"

[@Arthur_Amb]

Clean with an eraser first, then soak.

[@originalatogscoins]

I don't want to damage the surfaces of the coin.

[@eldoradocaddy1236]

That doesn't lower the value of the coin?

[@originalatogscoins]

Cleaning a coin can and does lower the value. This coin would be considered damage and is only worth silver melt value. No matter what it will be worth silver melt. I would only clean (aka conserve) a coin when the value is already at the bottom of the barrel. 99% of the time I wouldn't clean a coin at all.

[@eldoradocaddy1236]

​@@originalatogscoinsThanks for answering. I'm a total noob who started coin collecting last week, so every bit of info I get is really helpful. Is it ok to clean off the sticky gunk or thick dirt, as long as you don't remove the patina?

[@originalatogscoins]

@@eldoradocaddy1236 Welcome to the hobby! Coin collecting is a really fun and great thing to get into. The biggest thing I would suggest to new collectors is knowledge is the best tool in the hobby. Then don't rush or feel like you are going to miss out on something and have to buy things right now. I do hope you continue to learn and love the hobby!! To your question it is generally frowned upon to clean coins. I learned from several old school collectors that Acetone is one of the safest ways to remove some debris from coins. There is no miracle way to remove everything and restore a coin to new. Clean can damage the coin surfaces and that is irreversible damage. Acetone and Distilled water are things that can loosen dirt and debris. But can't get everything. I only gently clean a coin (As in the videos) when if value will not fall should I accidently damage the surface. That is less than 1% of the time usually. Acetone is great for sticky gunk such as tape and adhesives. You just have to be aware that if you accidently scratch or damage the surface, the coin will always be considered cleaned. I hope this helps explain things a little more. 😃

[@eldoradocaddy1236]

@@originalatogscoins Thanks for the info. I'm taking it slow. I'm gathering as much information as I can find and going through my big change jar that the family's been dropping coins in for years. So far I've found two 1979 P Susan B. Anthony wide-rim dollars, and what I believe is a 1969 D penny that looks like it's been double stamped around the forehead and nose of Lincoln. What I'm really enjoying is the history surrounding all of these coins.

[@johngarduno6476]

Coins are more valuable if left dirty 100% it's value.

[@Україна-ц7э]

Do the baking soda trick for silver its a chemical reaction in which the sulfur simply seperates from the silver and sticks to foil

[@originalatogscoins]

Never tried that. I'm worried about damaging the surfaces.

[@Україна-ц7э]

@@originalatogscoins search it up i believe it doesn't touch the silver at all and just takes the sulfur in pure form off

[@emilevoyer123]

HOW DID IT COME OUT ?

[@originalatogscoins]

Part 2: kzbin.info-rMYq7nGI_4

[@l_lShadowfox_edit]

Hi can i use vinegar and salt

[@originalatogscoins]

Yes you can, but that can and will destroy the surfaces.

[@SushiCat0316]

use laser

[@originalatogscoins]

Silver Seeker used a laser in a video. It destroyed the surfaces of the coins.

[@ruthhuck]

I used a denture cleaner tablet ..

[@originalatogscoins]

Never used that. Not sure if it is safe for the surfaces.

[@Wookie312]

Alcohol is a polar solvent, acetone us a none polar sovent. They clean differently. You might try Alcohol.

[@shorts7324]

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[@originalatogscoins]

Wow, Awesome!!