silverware restoration......please help....

[bell47]

I have some silverware that was found in a saltwater environment. It has some encrustations on it, and I need it cleaned to see the silversmith marks to help identify it. How can I clean it and not damage or pit the silver? I spoke with a coin collector who cleans old coins, and he was of little or no help. I'll get some pics up in the next day or so. I can't damage this stuff because it may have some historical value. I would have it done professionally if I knew who to send it to. Thanks.

[BuckleBoy]

I've had good luck with Aluminum Jelly on silver plated items--never tried it on solid silver items though...they usually come out looking nice. Some folks on here use baking soda and polish their coins with it if they have a black tarnish of silver oxide...I'd say it depends on what type of oxidation there is on the silver you found. I look forward to seeing the photo.

Regards,


Buckleboy