grimy and even green. When copper is exposed to the elements for prolonged periods of time it can develop a green patina. Algae and hard-water scale can also affect coins in these ways. A variety of methods can be used to clean up your coins. The time and effort...
I have cleaned coins myself on occasion, but only in instances where the coin had such bad build-up that cleaning the coin would help the value. Or, when the coin was worthless to begin with. I even have a trick for cleaning silver coins that have a little bit of black buildup (see...
Another common kitchen product swoops into clean silver coins! Like lemon juice, white vinegar is used far and wide not just as a cooking agent but also as a cleaner, thanks to its acidic chemical makeup and tendency to neutralize odors (even if vinegar is itself a bit odiferous). White ...
Should You Clean Oxidized Coins? Is It Worth It to Clean Oxidized Coins? One thing someone should ask themselves when contemplating cleaning an oxidized coin is, “what’s the goal?” What are you trying to achieve by cleaning your coin? If what you really want is to turn your toned Mo...
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Coins? Straw or candy wrappers? Melted lip balm? What treasures remain from your commutes and road trips? What surprises have your kids left behind? Time to dive deep and ditch the detritus. 2. Round 1 Car Interior Vacuum There will be two rounds of vacuuming, the first one to get up...
There are different ways to cut scallions; the best method will depend on the dish you’re making. Photo: Kirsten Nunez 1. The “Simple” Cut The first cut is as simple as it gets. This option creates tiny “coins” of scallion, which are useful as garnishes or adding a pop flavor...
Follow these pro tips on how to clean a washing machine, whether it's a front-load model or top loader. Plus, get tips on using vinegar and baking soda.
How often should you clean your credit card? Once a week should be sufficient, but it depends on how many times it's been handled by others. Some may choose to clean their cards after each use. Unlike cash and coins though, credit cards are not widely circulated and touched by thousands...