CoinScubber - Cleaning Ancient Coins

[Whit3Mike]

Use a ultra-sonic cleaner. Works wonders for coins.

[coinscrubber]

@Whit3Mike Yes, it can. However, with a softer dirt like on this coin it is better to clean it this way. An ultra-sonic cleaner will usually remove the patina.

[silver8dollar]

It wont be worth much after you clean it.

[coinscrubber]

@silver8dollar Actually it is usually worth more after cleaning if the cleaning is done correctly.

[Money305Mike]

how much was the coin worth before you cleaned it and how much was it worth after you cleaned it?

[coinscrubber]

@Money305Mike I bought the coin for about $5, now it is worth around $15-20

[19GN03]

Never never use metal gear to clean a coin you will damage more than i will do good.

Use wooden or plastic material to clean the coin from corrosion and dirt.

After this you can clean further by electrolysis or bring it to a conservater who knows his job.

I have done this often and isn expensive, and will upvalue your find .

[coinscrubber]

@19GN03 Metal certainly can damage a coin. However, if you do it right, it is very safe. Electrolysis will often remove a patina, so you should only use it if necessary. Wood and plastic is safer, but unfortunately will often take a very long time, or not work at all. A careful job with a pick or knife will save time and often be safe. You should practice on cull coins until you get the hang of it though.

Thanks for the comment!

[stealurface1976]

seems risky to use sharp tools like that

[coinscrubber]

@stealurface1976 It takes practice :-)

[PopulationcontrolNow]

Stunning results.You have inspired me,thank you and best of luck.

[benben20]

That coin looked great after you cleaned it.

[RiseandFire111]

Does this process still work for coins with much more dirt or do you recommend a different process? Where do you buy mineral oil?

[coinscrubber]

@RiseandFire111 Hi, yes it will work with coins that have a lot more dirt. I will try to do a video for that soon.

You can buy mineral oil at a drugstore. Ren Wax isn't terribly expensive and is another option. It is more expensive though.

[fishworldhacker]

where do you usally find these coins im just a tenn im pretty stupid to this kind of thing. :-)

[coinscrubber]

@fishworldhacker I generally buy them from dealers in European countries. If you don't know what you are doing but want to get started on cleaning coins, make sure you buy from a reputable dealer. It is best to buy coins that you see the exact coin you will get, otherwise you will often end up with a bunch of junk.

You can buy good quality uncleaned coins at affordable prices off of my website. There is a link in the video.

Thanks!

[jamielongmusic]

what age was this coin?

[coinscrubber]

@jamielongmusic This coin was minted between 336 and 337 A.D.

[GrecoSwede]

Interesting. Does this kind of cleaning remove any of the value of ancient coins? I suppose one must be very careful. And okay on the lots of little circles.

[coinscrubber]

@GrecoSwede No, it usually increases the value of the coin if it is done correctly. Yes, you do need to be very careful :-). Thanks for viewing!

[DocWog]

Good video and clear instructions.

Thanks for posting