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I am new to coin collecting

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jtdski-migration

jtdski-migration

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As the subject line states, I am new to this most excellent "HOBBY". I have a couple coins with what appears to be dirt in the nooks and crannies. Can someone please inform me if there is a way to remove this without damaging the coin, or should I just leave it be?

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Stanley

Stanley

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As the subject line states, I am new to this most excellent "HOBBY". I have a couple coins with what appears to be dirt in the nooks and crannies. Can someone please inform me if there is a way to remove this without damaging the coin, or should I just leave it be?

Welcome to the forums…. (thumbs u

Let me suggest you do nothing to them until you learn more. Posting images would be a great start in getting further advice.

 

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bsshog40

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Aslo along with Stans suggestion, it would also be helpful to know what types coins you are asking about as to some things work on some and not others!

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RareSov

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As a rule, never mess with copper.

 

Also never rub, brush or scratch/poke at, no matter how much you think the dirt matters. It doesn't, and a nasty scratch is game over for the coin

 

Good luck..

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