1864 INDIAN HEAD ?

[silversurfer1111]

hi all i just found this penny down 4". i just want to know if i should clean it or not . its not in good shape so i dont think its worth much . but im a noob so what do i know . thank you for any info you can give me on this coin .

 

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[Dihren]

At least get a brush and gently clean out all of the dirt and grit. Then I would just put it in a cardboard coin holder.

 

[Carson Coin Master]

I wouldn't advise doing any cleaning other than maybe letting it soak in hot water for a little bit and try rinsing it off. The coin is so badly damaged there is little to no value so cleaned or dirty it will not effect the value at all. I would leave it alone and just put it in a flip. although it's corroded its original and hasn't been messed with.

 

[silversurfer1111]

thank you . i like this coin i have found a 1962 penny its a lot thicker then the 64 . but the 62 is in bad condition .thank yous for the info

 

[Dihren]

No problem. Cool find!

 

[cjon455]

heres a before and after of my 1870 IH, all i used was hot peroxide, qtips, and elbowgrease the pics dont do it justice, its nice green patina stayed and all the crud came off, i guess i got lucky

 

[Dihren]

Yah thats a good example cjohn. And a nice find.

 

[Swartzie]

I use boiling peroxide on indians too. Put them in for about 1/2 a minute to a minute. Take it out, let it dry, then rub it between your fingers. The oil on your finger will darken the details. If there is not enough oil on your fingers then rub your fingers across your forehead to pick up some. This method works well for me. But, if you ever find silver do not rub it.

-Swartzie