Cryptocurrency Q&A Should you wash rare coins?

Should you wash rare coins?

MysticRainbow MysticRainbow Tue Oct 29 2024 | 6 answers 1191
I'm considering cleaning some rare coins that I've inherited, but I'm not sure if it's advisable. I've heard that washing them might damage their value. Should I wash the coins or leave them as they are? Should you wash rare coins?

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TaegeukChampionCourageousHeartWarrior TaegeukChampionCourageousHeartWarrior Thu Oct 31 2024
The majority of circumstances dictate against cleaning old coins.

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GalaxyGlider GalaxyGlider Thu Oct 31 2024
The grading of a coin does not take its cleanliness into account.

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Daniele Daniele Thu Oct 31 2024
Collectors of old coins anticipate the presence of a patina.

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BonsaiVitality BonsaiVitality Thu Oct 31 2024
Patina is a natural development on coins over time.

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DongdaemunTrendsetterStyle DongdaemunTrendsetterStyle Thu Oct 31 2024
Cleaning old coins is generally not recommended.

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