For all you ladies and gentlemen fascinated with collecting coins, you may have come across this situation. You get tempted to give that collection of old coins a fresh wipe down to keep them looking all good and shiny. It is safe to say vinegar alone won’t do the trick, salt is required as well. Even so, there are pros and cons to this approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First of all, if you are planning on selling the coins, you need to know that professional collectors grade coins according to different factors. These factors range from the rarity, date produced, and the condition of the coin. The coin’s status gets judged by the patina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The patina is the green coating that develops over time due to exposure to the elements. Cleaning old coins does away with the patina, which can actually reduce their value to potential clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, if you still want your old coins to be shiny and sparkling, read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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