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The short answer is, "DO NOT CLEAN YOUR COINS".
If you have a coin with any collector value to it or, you are hoping to increase the value of a coin by cleaning it, any cleaning process will damage the finish of the coin by introducing tiny scratches or removing small quantities of metal.
Any cleaning process will possibly render the coin worthless at worst.
If you have a coin of no collector value and you would just like to make it look nice and shiny, you could use any of the commercially available jewellery cleaners.
What else can I help you with?
What makes a penny shine?
A penny is made up of metals - copper and zinc both of which have lustrous physical properties
Can bleach make a penny shine?
I donno. Research it on the internet, dude!!
Does honey shine coins?
I have done this experiment on a penny. Yes it works, but it only works sometimes. I would give this three stars. If you want to shine coins, then you will have to find something else.
What is in tapatio that can clean a penny?
The acidity in Tapatio hot sauce, mainly from vinegar, can help to dissolve the tarnish on a penny. Vinegar is a mild acid that can react with the copper oxide on the penny's surface, making it shine again.
Why does Lime Away clean a penny?
Lime Away contains acidic compounds, such as phosphoric acid, that break down and dissolve the oxides and mineral deposits on the surface of the penny. This reaction removes the tarnish and restores the penny to its original shine.
Is a penny shiny or dull?
A penny can be shiny when it is new, but it typically becomes dull over time due to oxidation and wear. Regular handling and exposure to the elements can cause the penny's surface to lose its shine and become more dull in appearance.
How do you shine an old penny?
To shine an old penny, you can create a mixture of vinegar and salt. Soak the penny in the mixture for a few minutes, then scrub it gently with a soft toothbrush. Rinse the penny with water and dry it with a soft cloth to reveal its shiny surface.
Why does fruit juice clean pennies?
Most juices contain a mild acid. It is the acid tha makes a penny shine.
What is in vinegar that will make a penny shine again?
Acetic acid is the ingredient in vinegar that remove the oxides from pennies and makes them shiny again.
How does a penny react when put in vinegar?
The vinegar was so strong that it clean the penny. Vinegar is acedic acid. The penny has oxidized in air and the acid removes the oxidization from the penny, making the copper shiny again.
Can a penny be cleaned with vinegar?
Yes, vinegar can be used to clean a penny. The acidic nature of vinegar can help dissolve and remove built-up grime and oxidation on the surface of the penny, restoring its shine. Simply soak the penny in vinegar for a few minutes, then gently scrub with a soft cloth or toothbrush to remove any remaining dirt.
What is the value of a 1917 Lincoln Wheat penny with a S below the date and is lighter than a normal penny but with less shine?
Assuming your 1917-S Lincoln cent is genuine, then in average circulated condition, it's worth 30-50 cents. Lighter (in color) and less shine probably means it has been cleaned improperly and most collectors would not be interested.
