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DON'T. Do not try to clean coins as this will reduce the coins value instead of increase it. You can try using a moistened 100% cotton towel and take away what you can. After that leave the coin the way it is. Don't ever use erasers, tissues, tooth picks etc... to clean coins.
Yes, Vinegar can clean coins. If it is a collectible coin, do not clean it. It is most likely to damage it. ( Ketchup can help too. ) To clean a coin with vinegar, put only a drop or 2. If you put more, your coin will smell REALLY BAD.
If the coin is at all valuable, you should NEVER, EVER try to clean it! Cleaning can damage the surface of the coin and reduce its value. That's especially true of old silver coins which are often worth far more to collectors in "as-is" condition.
If it's a common coin with no extra value like a recent-date penny, you can it in a variety of ways, including using a mixture of vinegar and salt, a pencil eraser, copper cleaner, and ketchup. For the salt-vinegar mixture, you can pour a quarter cup of vinegar into a bowl that contains two teaspoons of salt. Place the coins in and wait five minutes before removing them from the mixture. Rinse the coins under water to remove any residue and dry them.
The short, blunt answer is They Should Not Be Cleaned.
Anything you have at home that might clean a coin, except maybe distilled water, will damage the metal and reduct its value. Collectors consider cleaned coins to be tampered with, and pay less than they would for coins in their natural state even if that means they're tarnished.
You can scrub it with Hydrogen Peroxide and leave it in a bowl of boiling water. Also leaving it in a glass of Pepsi seems to work pretty well depending on how old the coin is.
DON'T! Any dealer will tell you that cleaning a coin will greatly reduce it's value. The loss of patina will make it drop tremendously.
The first rule of coin collecting is "NEVER CLEAN A COIN" because if the coins have any collectible value, cleaning them kills it. I have seen many coins that have been reduced to face value from cleaning. Please show them to a collector or dealer BEFORE you clean them. You may be very glad you did.
The most common advice given on coin cleaning is, "do not clean your coins", especially coins with any value. Cleaning destroys the finish and lustre of the coin.
If you absolutely insist on cleaning your coins, some coin catalogues suggest that really dirty gold and silver coins can be washed very carefully in warm soapy water, rinsed and dried gently with a tissue.
Copper coins should not be cleaned at all, maybe brushed gently with a soft brush.
If still in doubt, speak to a coin dealer who may be able to put you in touch with a professional.
For any coin you may have found while digging the garden, etc., the damage has already been done. If you want to return a really cruddy, and otherwise valueless coin to a relatively "pleasing to the eye" state, do whatever you like to it.
Cleaning old coins can actually damage them and ruin the value but, If absolutely necessary. I've found that Baking soda with a little bit of water to form a paste and rub with a piece of Cheese Clothe will do the trick. If they are starting to corrode then a small glass of Coke Cola let sit for an hour or two then rise off. But, Try not to clean them at all if possible.
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What is beST way to clean silver coins?
No. Coins always lose value when they are cleaned when compared to uncleaned coins (the exception being coins that are dug out of the ground that are encrusted in dirt). Do not clean your collectable coins!
What cleans copper coins without harming them?
the best way to clean copper or silver coins and jewelry is ashes
What is best way to clean copper and nickel coins that have been under water?
Dawn Magic Eraser!
What is the best way to clean tarnished and dirty coins?
put in a glass of cheap coca cola and leave over night
What cleans coins better?
A mild soap and water solution is a safe and effective way to clean coins. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could damage the coin's surface or decrease its value. It's generally best to leave older or more valuable coins in their natural, uncleaned condition to preserve their historical integrity.
Can you use soapy water to clean coins?
i am not quite sure but vinigar is a great way to clean it!
What is the best way to clean and keep collector coins?
The short answer is, do not clean your coins.WARNING - There is no way you can clean a coin without damaging the finish and reducing any collector value it may have.Some coin catalogues suggest that you might use a soft brush on copper or bronze coins and, that there are professionals capable of cleaning coins.Since you state that your coin is a collector coin, go with the short answer and do not clean your coins.The best way to keep them is in some form of a protective casing or packaging to keep dust, moisture and finger prints off them. Most coin dealers will sell something suitable for storing your collectible coins.
How do you clean old pennies?
Never clean old coins, pennies, nickels, dimes, etc... Coin collectors want the natural patina. If the pennies have dirt on them then soak them in water to remove the dirt. But don't use any detergents. Detergents can damage the surface of the coin and leave pitting lowering the value of the coin. Also do not rub the coins together to loosen the dirt, this can scratch and wear the coins and lower the value. Coins (US Coins) will be worth face value to a non-coin collector, but if you plan to collect coins or just clean them to sell as collector pieces, then don't clean them.
What is the best way to clean a suit?
The best way to clean a suit is to have it professionally dry-cleaned.
What is the best way to clean a dartboard?
The best way to clean a dartboard is with a cloth and shining polish.
Are water purifiers really the best way to have clean water?
The best way to have clean water, is to boil it. Water purifiers are a close second, and although they still clean your water, they are not the best way to have clean water.
I have a few old flour sifters. What is the best way to clean them to avoid rusting them?
Do not wash a flour sifter as that increases the chance of rust dramaticaly, The best way to clean the sifter is to brush the flower off or just lightly tap it.
