Put down the scrubber.
It’s never bath time for coins. No matter how dirty, worn or tarnished they are, the filth is part of their charm (aka value).
Over time, coins go through a natural process called ‘toning’. This is when oxygen or sulphur react with the metal but, it’s important to remember, the surface under the toning still contains the reflective quality known as ‘mint lustre’.
Cleaning products will remove the lustre and will add tiny scratches and fibres that render the coin worthless. Your numismatic treasure may as well be a blank.
If you’re worried about your coin’s condition, contact a professional coin dealer or conservator for advice.
If you purchase proof or uncirculated coins, keep them in their protective folders or capsules.
Collectors of just about anything know the special value of objects kept in their original packaging. Coins are no exception to this. Not just because the packaging makes them stand apart from loose coins, but their containers also protect them from exposure to the elements and damage over time.
Short version, don’t do it!
No matter how much you wash your hands, there will always be traces of oil and debris on your skin. Once that stuff touches a coin, it starts to damage the coin’s surface.
If you need to handle your coins, always use protective gloves and always handle loose coins by their rims.
If you have any issues with the shopping please contact me as soon as possible.
You will receive five (5) seeds only, not the plants themselves..
No I do not sell the plants. The seeds are from the mother plants as pictured in my advertisements.
Not really, unfortunately I find stamp collecting boring, it doesn’t mean I won’t buy or sell in the future.
Unfortunately when you offer something for free, there are people who will take advantage of you and that’s exactly what happens. People thought it was fun to take advantage, so I thought I would place a price on my valuations.