Andre crayons purpose for each one

[Guest]

Bought these pencils last year, the only one I use is the brush, on silvers. Would like to know the uses of the other 3.

 

[Goldpick]

The others are used to loosen up an soiling that is present over the orignal patina of the copper coins. They allow you to clean up in and around the coin details, then use the brush for a final cleanup - just take care not to push too hard using the pencils, just clean away a layer at a time to ensure you don't damage the green patina. The large scraper would be for removing heavy soiling before progressing onto the pencils. Personally I wouldn't use any of this gear on silvers, especially. 925 ones, they tend to scratch too easily

 

[ctxkid]

Bought these pencils last year, the only one I use is the brush, on silvers. Would like to know the uses of the other 3.

vinegar and a toothbrush for silvers

 

[Guest]

Thanks Goldpick, Kid. I have had success with alfoil, bi-carb & hot water on silvers.