Large Cent: Proper Care & Handling

Kittimuhtahs81 · Aug 28, 2017

Hi all !

We're looking for some guidance on the best way to clean a large cent while maintaining coin grade. We're hoping to make out the date on it but also do not want to damage it.

Attached is a photo of the front & back of our coin.

Any guidance is very much appreciated !

A&S

CJ319 · Aug 29, 2017

If you're looking to keep the grade, don't do anything other than a good soak and some shaking in the water. You rub it and it'll be noticed. Just my opinion, of which there are many when it comes to cleaning.

DougF · Aug 29, 2017

The ones I've found looked worse after using water on them. I have learned that dry brushing is the best, also using a toothpick to remove dirt. It seems you lose detail when you use water. That's my experience.

jim mac · Aug 29, 2017

DougF said:
The ones I've found looked worse after using water on them. I have learned that dry brushing is the best, also using a toothpick to remove dirt. It seems you lose detail when you use water. That's my experience.

Agreed.

robrieman · Aug 29, 2017

I tooth picked mine but I think that one is toast.

Tpmetal · Aug 29, 2017

DougF said:
The ones I've found looked worse after using water on them. I have learned that dry brushing is the best, also using a toothpick to remove dirt. It seems you lose detail when you use water. That's my experience.

Ive actually found when dry the patina flakes off easier. I just soak in DISTILLED water over night changing water daily with a rinse for loose dirt, and if the patina is in good shape, every time I change the water I give very light brush with super soft tooth brush or go after it very lightly with tooth pick.

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