Tuesday, February 10, 2009
POLISHING COPPER
Never polish Arts and Crafts copper or pewter. Even if the patina is damaged, it's better than a cleaned piece. Original finish is important. The green or brown patina on a piece of Heinz Art and some others was added at the factory.
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It depends on where it was made. British metalwork is usually worth more when polished--especially Liberty Tudric pewter.
I have a small shaker in copper that is stuck closed...oxidation...is there a way to clean the oxidation to get it opened without damaging the patina? I've tried vinegar and hot/cold
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