Re: A Great Method For Cleaning Your Buffalo/Shield Nickels! Try a solution of distilled white vinegar and salt. Dissolve some salt in the vinegar, place the nickel in this solution til the red coloring is gone (about an hour or two).
How do you clean an old V nickel?
SOS pads are basically just a super fine steel wool. I get the pad wet and rub the nickel under running water with the SOS pad. It removes the built up gunk that nickels get on them and removes most of the red oxidation that nickels always have. Now it is up to you how much you want to remove.
Is a nickel from 1930 worth anything?
The minimum 1930 nickel value is in a narrow 75 to 80 cent range. A good start and nice value, however with a closer look it’s possible your Buffalo nickel is worth more. Minted at two facilities, Philadelphia and San Francisco, both are close in value.
How do you remove corrosion from nickel?
Mix one part vinegar to two parts salt to make a paste. Apply the paste to the nickel using a scrubbing pad. Wait several minutes, then scrub at the rust stains. Repeat, if necessary.
How do you remove tarnish from nickel?
How to clean tarnished polished nickel
- Start with warm soapy water: Use this with a soft cleaning cloth or a very soft toothbrush to remove greasy prints and tarnished areas from nickel coated items.
- Clean with vinegar: Cleaning with vinegar is an effective way to lift grease.
What can I use to clean nickel?
Spray a soft cloth with a mixture consisting of equal parts water and vinegar. Use the cloth to scrub away heavy water stains on the nickel finish, or to remove built up dirt.
What is the value of a 1930 buffalo nickel?
Pricing the 1930 Buffalo Nickel
| DATE | GOOD | UNCIRCULATED |
|---|---|---|
| 1930 | $1.25 | $20 |
| 1930 S | $1.25 | $35 |
| Source: Red Book |
Does vinegar damage nickel?
Do not use straight vinegar. It is often too abrasive to expose to thin nickel coatings for extended periods. Nickel plating is easily damaged by acid, so vinegar cleaning should be done sparingly on stubborn stains.
