Old Wheatie

[Joe T. Reasure]

Hello all,

I went out to my father-in-law's old farm today. I didn't have time to really hunt, but I found a 1918-S Wheat penny. It is not worn, but of course very dirty. What is the best way to clean our old coins without diminishing the value? Any suggestions?

 

[Elton]

Just think..it's 89 years old. Some say never clean a coin unless you know for certain it's not valuable.

 

[Scully]

Never use chemicals to clean coins. If its a valuable coin, have it professionally cleaned.

 

[markg]

I've took just enough peroxide to cover the penny up. Heat up until it's hot then add the penny.
Then use soap. Just what I do. Don't know if it's right or not.