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CLEANING COIN [1 record]

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Record 1 2007-07-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Coins and Bank Notes
  • Numismatics
  • Coining
DEF

The removal of surface dirt or the treatment of changes in the surface colouration or texture of a coin by dipping, applying chemicals or otherwise artificially treating it.

OBS

This measure often reduces the value of the coin. Experienced numismatists generally agree that a coin should not be cleaned unless there are spots of oxidation, pitting which might worsen with time, or unsightly streaking or discolouration that will make the coin generally unappealing.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pièces de monnaie et billets de banque
  • Numismatique
  • Monnayage
DEF

Toute mesure prise pour enlever de la surface d'une pièce de monnaie une accumulation de saletés, l'effet de décoloration ou un changement de texture en utilisant une solution de trempage ou quelque produit chimique ou artificiel que ce soit.

Spanish

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