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Badge "Excellent State Labour Reserves". - pacha b - 07-16-2011
Hi Guys,
Here's a nice badge from 1942/3, It's only problem Is a very dirty gold wreath,
Does anyone think It would be ok to clean It . or would It be best to leave It alone ?
Cheers,
Nick. :)
Badge "Excellent State Labour Reserves". - desantnik - 07-16-2011
Leave it as is - patina imparts character.
Badge "Excellent State Labour Reserves". - EricFG - 07-16-2011
Awesome badge!!!! I love it.
"patina imparts character" Truer words were never spoken. :)
However, some warm, soapy water and a soft toothbrush will remove crud but not patina. (rinse, and dry in a soft towel)
Badge "Excellent State Labour Reserves". - Lapa - 07-16-2011
EricFG Wrote:...However, some warm, soapy water and a soft toothbrush will remove crud but not patina. (rinse, and dry in a soft towel)
Nick,
I'll go with that mild treatment if you really want to play with your badge.
Marc