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Medal cleaning!..
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Joy | Report | 23 Nov 2004 09:56 |
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I think that my Mum used to clean my Dad's medals with Brasso (before Remembrance Sunday). :) Joy |
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Chris Ho :) | Report | 23 Nov 2004 07:54 |
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Thankyou folks, It is a long service and good conduct medal. Think Gt Grandfather wuold be sad to see it looking all tarnished!.. the Meritorious one, given at a later date seems ok. Lovely treasures!.. |
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Trish Devon | Report | 22 Nov 2004 21:49 |
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Hi Christine, If the medal is a service medal,my husband used to clean his medals,by either dipping them in a glass of coke,or toothpaste which is non abrasive,using an old toothbrush,rinse off in warm water,and polish up with a soft cloth. You will find many an ex serviceman,who have their little and cheap ways of cleaning medals. I hasten to add these are service medals,so cant comment about any others you might have. Hope this tip helps. regards trish. |
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Researching: |
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Louise | Report | 22 Nov 2004 20:58 |
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Not sure personally as housework is not my thing at all. If I was you, I would check it out with a good local antique dealer or maybe the British Legion. Louise |
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Chris Ho :) | Report | 22 Nov 2004 20:19 |
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Am wondering if it would be advisable to try and clean a medal, which is going rather black!.. If so, what should I use?.. |
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