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Where to Find Cowrie Shells
Collectors love cowrie shells. Used as money for eons right up until the late 19th century, cowries hold a fascination for many people. Here are some hints and tips on where to find cowrie shells and which types of shorelines are more likely to carry them washed in by wave action and tides.
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How to Clean Silver Coins
In just a few minutes, learn how to clean silver objects without damaging them by using a solution of washing soda, hot water, and aluminum foil. With these tips and tricks, it's a job easily done!
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How to Clean Dirty Coins in a Rotary Rock Tumbler
People using metal detectors often find dirty, unusable coins that they would like to clean up a bit. Here are some tips with photos for using a rotary rock tumbler to clean and polish coins.
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Which British Coins are Rare and Worth More than Face Value?
Want to know which British coins are rare and worth more than face value? Check your change. Thanks to some mistakes made by the Royal Mint in recent years, some coins, specifically a certain 2p and a 20p, are highly sought-after by collectors.
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The Best Ways to Clean Metal-Detecting Finds
Found coins are usually in too poor a state to be used unless they are cleaned up first. Even banks will not accept them. Metal detectorists all need to clean their treasures, but what are the best ways? Here we have a look at the various household liquids that can be used, as well as different...