Should i keep my finds moist when i find them?

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[vayank54]

As far as metal the only thing I would worry about keeping moist would be pewter as it will dry up and crack. Once I get a pewter relic home and get it cleaned I coat it with a good quality clear fingernail polish. Other people might have other and better ideas though