indian head pennies

[labnewbie]

anyone ever attempt to clean indian head pennies? The ones i have found are bronze do you clean these as you would clean copper??

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[JakePhelps]

cleaning can reduce value, but if theyre worth little or you dont care, theres blue ribbon coin conditioner that works well, also theres olive oil and other household stuff.

[SugarSand]

Olive oil soak will release the dirt, but it might take weeks or more.? Others talk of using distilled water, which is working really well on an aluminum token I have, but takes weeks too.? In my opinion - just remeve the dirt/crud with the gentle means I have mentioned and leave as is.? ?Others' opinions may vary.? Most importantly, keep finding them!? ?