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vathek Posts: 966 |
posted 05-05-2006 06:56 AM
  
A while ago a friend of mine came across a silverplated GAR canteen that was quite tarnished. There was a beautifully done inscription that was difficult to make out due to the tarnish. As a silver collector I said "polish it", but Civil War guys said no. Opinions? IP: Logged |
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FredZ Posts: 1070 |
posted 05-05-2006 09:54 AM
It is an interesting question you pose. The canteen has more value as a Civil War relic than as an example of silverplate of the period. The buyer of Civil War items is more interested in "as is" items that show age, wear,& tarnish (patina). I would suggest wiping the canteen clean and leaving it alone. As a silversmith and collector I would have to fight the impulse to polish it lightly. Fred [This message has been edited by FredZ (edited 05-05-2006).] IP: Logged |
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