Connecticut Copper

[RiverRat3]

I previously posted the coin in the "What is it" forum and it was confirmed that it was a Connecticut copper. Pretty neat find here in Maryland. I don't know if this coin is considered rare or not but its now one of my best and favorite finds. Trying to figure out a good way of getting the rest of the dirt off the coin without losing the green patina. If it cannot be done then I will leave it as is. Thanks for looking and Happy Hunting.

 

[Iron Patch]

For example, my indian head had a nice brown patina. I used olive oil and it is now pitted and has orange spots.

Determining what works for what condition is the biggest part of cleaning finds, so if you're making mistakes like that it's obvious you're not done learning.

PS: JUST SAYIN'!

 

[Sniffy]

If you want a cool bluish green patina, do a VERY hot peroxide. Only dipping the q tips in, and then follow it up with icy cold water. I've experimented with all kinds of different techniques....even wire brushes. Sometimes the strangest things create awesome results. BUt use your own discretion, I to have destroyed coins...but have learned alot from my mistakes. A good judicial cleaning will not decrease the value in a dug copper. Only if you maul it.

 

[leddel]

i'm no expert by any means but it looks more like a 1787 variety to me .

 

[matt092079]

For example, my indian head had a nice brown patina. I used olive oil and it is now pitted and has orange spots.

Determining what works for what condition is the biggest part of cleaning finds, so if you're making mistakes like that it's obvious you're not done learning.

PS: JUST SAYIN'!

We're never done learning.

 

[Iron Patch]

For example, my indian head had a nice brown patina. I used olive oil and it is now pitted and has orange spots.

Determining what works for what condition is the biggest part of cleaning finds, so if you're making mistakes like that it's obvious you're not done learning.

PS: JUST SAYIN'!

We're never done learning.

Yes, so keep paying attention.

 

[matt092079]

Yes master!

 

[Iron Patch]

Yes master!

Now I just need to find some coppers that are worth cleaning!

 

[Don in SJ]

Congrats on getting a nice looking Conn copper, to me it looks like it will date as Leddel said, 1787. I would not leave the coin as is, if you are afraid to try peroxide, that is up to you, if you use Olive Oil, no problem from what I see although I will never use it again as primary source of removing dirt. I did so for 20 years and regret now doing so on many of the coppers and buttons I have done.

Born2Dtect, I ID'd your Conn copper back on Feb 23rd on your post..........

Don

 

[matt092079]

Congrats on getting a nice looking Conn copper, to me it looks like it will date as Leddel said, 1787. I would not leave the coin as is, if you are afraid to try peroxide, that is up to you, if you use Olive Oil, no problem from what I see although I will never use it again as primary source of removing dirt. I did so for 20 years and regret now doing so on many of the coppers and buttons I have done.

Born2Dtect, I ID'd your Conn copper back on Feb 23rd on your post..........

Don

Same here. Olive oil ruined the look of my IH. Peroxide over all was the best, but still never gave me the result people said it would. With this coin in particular, being that it's well over 200 years old...it's scary to think of putting it in hot peroxide!! If it's a keepsake for yourself, do as you wish I'd say. But if you look to sell it, maybe look into proffesionally having it cleaned if you're afraid of damaging it(even though it is a dug coin).

 

[matt092079]

Yes master!

Now I just need to find some coppers that are worth cleaning!

I know right? Everyday there is a new post on here that someone is finding a connecticut copper.

 

[Iron Patch]

Yes master!

Now I just need to find some coppers that are worth cleaning!

I know right? Everyday there is a new post on here that someone is finding a connecticut copper.

I found 3 CTs in my first few years and not once since! Must be 8 years since my last.

 

[Sniffy]

Yes master!

Now I just need to find some coppers that are worth cleaning!

I know right? Everyday there is a new post on here that someone is finding a connecticut copper.

I found 3 CTs in my first few years and not once since! Must be 8 years since my last.

I've been on a hot streak and dug 5 in 2 weeks. It's a crazy roller coaster ride metal detecting is.

 

[lost hunter]

 

[Broken knee]

Yes master!

Now I just need to find some coppers that are worth cleaning!

I know right? Everyday there is a new post on here that someone is finding a connecticut copper.

I found 3 CTs in my first few years and not once since! Must be 8 years since my last.

I've been on a hot streak and dug 5 in 2 weeks. It's a crazy roller coaster ride metal detecting is.

Ya got that right Mister HH
Broken Knee

 

[civilman1]

You Dawg!!!! Great coin from around here especially Do what you will with it,It's Your's

 

[tomjiggy]

Just to add to the already numerous comments about whether to clean your coin or not. One of the factors that was not listed is, the condition of the coin will largely depend on the soil it was pulled from. My Dad and I have cleaned many coins with lemon juice, and while the patina usually comes off, some will clean up very nicely where others turn out pitted. The only explanation is the acidity of the soil where they were found. So, whether you use peroxide, lemon juice, or olive oil(there are other methods not listed) do so at your own risk. I personally would probably use the warmed peroxide with a q-tip and a water rinse afterwards. It's really a matter of preferrence and your willingness to take risks.

 

[Joe88]

Nice Copper!!!
Congrats!!

Joe

 

[oldsalty19]