1922 Peace Dollar - Old tape on reverse

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Azurescens
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Hey folks. I've got a "nice" 1922 Peace Dollar from a deceased family member. She's got a load of tape on it that I'd like to clean off if possible.

I tested the tape remnants on the tube and 91% isopropyl alcohol wears it thin. Is this safe to use on coins?

Is there any way to get it off without dipping it?

Would a boiling hot water bath end up getting it everywhere else on the coin?

Liberty and the eagle sit very high up off the coin and are rather neat to look at compared to my uncirculated samples.

I'd like to preserve it as much as possible, especially if I could retain the "old silver" look, unless dipping is the only option.

Thanks in advance for any help. <3




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  • RogerB
    RogerB Posts: 8,852 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Acetone.
    Your coin appears to be from the first 1922 low relief hubs.

  • blitzdude
    blitzdude Posts: 7,723 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    +1 acetone, that tape will be gone in seconds

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  • 3keepSECRETif2rDEAD
    3keepSECRETif2rDEAD Posts: 4,285 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    ...That's a Cool looking Coin man!...I say leave her be, the tape adds character to that baby...what the hell is the point of messing with her? ;)

  • RogerB
    RogerB Posts: 8,852 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Acid in the tape will gradually destroy the silver alloy....it might already have done so in places.

  • ChrisH821
    ChrisH821 Posts: 7,147 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    @RogerB said:
    Acid in the tape will gradually destroy the silver alloy....it might already have done so in places.

    Maybe, I had a couple uncs with old yellowed cello tape that came off no problem after sitting in acetone for a while. Just get some at your local hardware store, not nail polish remover.

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  • Jimnight
    Jimnight Posts: 10,846 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited April 11, 2018 4:24PM
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    It's possible you may end up with a two toned reverse from where the tape was adhered to the coin.

    Whatever your choice... good luck.

  • ricko
    ricko Posts: 98,724 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Acetone will remove all the residue.... there will likely be some surface discoloration, or even some damage - depending on the type of adhesive. Acetone will not harm the coin so soak as long as necessary... use high grade acetone and a glass holder...also cover it as acetone will evaporate quickly. Post your results when done... Cheers, RickO

  • RogerB
    RogerB Posts: 8,852 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    PS -- No smoking or open flame!

  • sparky64
    sparky64 Posts: 7,063 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited April 12, 2018 6:47AM
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    I've acetoned tape residue off and it works well.
    But the coin is never right. Always re-tones quickly and fugly.

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  • BlindedByEgo
    BlindedByEgo Posts: 10,754 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Acetone works great on tape, but clearly the surfaces will have a different look once the tape is removed. Shouldn't be a big deal, as it's an heirloom that hopefully you can pass on to the right person in the next generation with a nice story.

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