Preserving brass - whats best?

fever87

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Preserving brass - what's best?

Not long ago I found this brass rosette here in SE Va. I was rearranging my finds the other day (actually my wife told me to scale back some of the display) and noticed that the piece now has a grainy surface almost as if it had a crystalized surface. So I was wondering what would be the best way to preserve brass. Soaking in olive oil? Demineralize water? I surely don't want to mess up a find. Any help greatly appreciated!
 

lastleg

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One way would be to use Krylon Clear Glaze. Put on a piece of cardboard and spray. Let dry completely and turn over and spray the other side.
 

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