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Help! How can I remove the polish from a supposedly uncirculated "pristine" coin?
Hi Frank,
If you mean nail polish, you would need acetone. Let the coin soak overnight to soften it up. Any rubbing of the coin will damage it. Maybe you can swirl the coin around but that is about all.
On the other hand, if you are referring to polish, such as silver polish, I have no solution for you.
Cleaning coins always devalues them, never rub a coin or use an abrasive.
Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US
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Joe Hylas
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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.
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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US
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PCGS, NGC, Rotary
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Physician's Money Digest
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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
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Paul Harris Fellow
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