Will acetone remove haze off a clad IKE dollar?

Rampage · September 21, 2007 5:58AM

I have one that has super fields, but has a slight bit of haze on part of the field. Before sending it in, I would like to try to get it off. If I cannot, then I will not send it in.

Thanks, Richard.

bstat1020 · September 21, 2007 6:09AM

Acetone will only remove PVC.

Rampage · September 21, 2007 6:21AM

So, how can one remove haze? MS70?

7Jaguars · September 21, 2007 6:24AM

See other thread on brown colors on Rosie dimes. Mild oxidant may be enough such as lemon juice followed by mild dish detergent and water rinse and towel tamp dry without the rub. Otherwise, pull out the Jewel luster dip, etc.

Deadhorse · September 21, 2007 6:28AM

I've found haze to be nearly always removed with MS70.

Only problem I've found is with nickels when using MS70. Doesn't seem to do quite as well there.

DONNYJF · September 21, 2007 6:29AM

I use the Hagerty Silver Clean. In fact just came from jewelers store with some. Jar has a basket and does a decent job on any haze on my coins. Jar says it's for sterling and silverplated jewelry.

BigE · September 21, 2007 6:32AM

You have to be careful with jeweluster on clad coins because it turns the copper clad layer pink. I think pcgs notices this-------------BigE

Deadhorse · September 21, 2007 6:43AM

<< <i>You have to be careful with jeweluster on clad coins because it turns the copper clad layer pink. I think pcgs notices this-------------BigE >>

I'll second that. Seen it as well.

Still see it every now and then.

cullenbryant · September 21, 2007 7:09AM

i used jewelry cleaner on an entire set, clad and silver, circulated and proof. worked like magic.
the coins were gunked up from album 4 pack a day second hand smoke toning.

dip for a minute or so and rinse thouroughly. i think the system is foolproof, was for me anyway.

bushmaster8 · September 21, 2007 8:39AM

I have had great sucess dipping IKES in jeweluster, and they graded well.

7Jaguars · September 22, 2007 7:52AM

What I noticed with nickel (or rather copper nickel) is that it initially cleans in dip such as Jewel luster and then it streaks after a while...

Gandyjai · September 22, 2007 10:46PM

Ideally, I prefer them in their "natural skin". But, sometimes a nice one comes along
that has some sort of unattractive toning, haze or spots.
For "problem" Clad Ikes, I start with acetone. If that doesn't work....I go on to MS70.

If that doesn't work and I feel it is a nice enough coin to cover the $30 investment, it goes
the NCS/NGC route.

Brian

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Variety & Error Ikes!

bushmaster8 · September 22, 2007 11:57PM

When using jeweluster on clads, if the cherry colored edge effect bothers you (or your TPG), you can always apply the stuff to the coin w/ cotton tipped swab, thusly avoiding getting the edge wet.

Also, you can try Mr. Clean. It works just as well as MS70 and is very inexpensive.

coppercoins · September 23, 2007 1:26AM

Only safe method I have ever found was Goo-Gone and a sink with warm water running out of the tap. Wash thoroughly using your fingers and thumbs, then wash with mild detergent to neutralize the acids. Dry on a soft towel by patting dry. Works with silver, copper, and clad proofs.

19Lyds · September 23, 2007 3:48AM

Can you post a picture Richard so we can see what you are faced with?

All the prescribed methods will work but please remember that removal of the haze may reveal more than you bargained for. I've seen nice looking IKEs go from 60 to 0 with just the quickest of dips as some of the skin actually hides an abundance of small distracting ticks.

Brians method seems to be the best bet in letting the pro's address your hazing.

Sure you pay more for it but then having to go to emergency to have your foot removed from your own butt can be a lot more expensive.

Will acetone remove haze off a clad IKE dollar?

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