Genuine Ancient roman coins from ~300AD + tools to clean your coins.
This kit is great for starters to the hobby - who want to clean up and attribute some ancient coins. Each coin gives you a unique connection back to the Roman Empire. Behind each coin, there lies a story. Attributing the coin, and learning the history behind it will give any history lover a hands-on lesson in ancient history and numismatics.
Included in the kit :
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5x Uncleaned Medium grade Roman coins. These will show detail when cleaned. These come directly from a metal-detecting friend.
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4x Diamond cleaning tips. To be used with the vise.
- 1x Pin vise
- 1 Brass and 1 Nylon Brush
- 4x Toothpicks
- Instruction sheet on how to clean and attribute your coins
The coins are mostly from the late Empire ~250-400AD. Around 15-25mm in size. Typical Emperors you will find are - Constantine 'The Great'. Gratian. Valens. Valentinian. Constans and many others!
These coins come directly out of the ground from a metal-detecting friend in the Balkans. I do not pick through them - except to put them into the sellable lots.
A simple method to clean most coins:
- Start with the nylon brush, firmly brushing while watching to ensure you aren't removing the patina. If you can see dirt coming off - keep going. Wiping or dipping the coin in water so you know you are removing new dirt.
- Once you stop making progress, soak the coin in distilled water for a 1-3 days. Observe daily and don't forget about it, as it will oxidize faster in water. Repeat this process as long as you are still removing dirt.
- Depending on the stubbornness of the dirt, use either the toothpicks or the diamond encrusted tips. White, green, red or unusual-looking deposits will come off better with the diamond tips. The toothpicks will not damage the patina, however the diamond tips will. While cleaning, if you hear a squeaking noise, stop. This is the tips scratching the patina. It will happen, and don't worry the scratches will be microscopic.
- To achieve better results, use a microscope. Many can be found around the internet and connected to your phone or computer for big-screen cleaning.
- Chuck on your favourite Roman podcast, and slowly grind away the dirt and uncover your very own piece of Roman history.
I include an information sheet with every purchase outlining how to attribute and research your coin.
Feel free to reach out with any questions
