Genuine Ancient roman coins from ~300AD + tools to clean your coins.

This kit is great for starters to the hobby - who want to clean up and attribute some ancient coins. Each coin gives you a unique connection back to the Roman Empire. Behind each coin, there lies a story. Attributing the coin, and learning the history behind it will give any history lover a hands-on lesson in ancient history and numismatics.

Included in the kit :

• 5x Uncleaned Medium grade Roman coins. These will show detail when cleaned. These come directly from a metal-detecting friend.
• 4x Diamond cleaning tips. To be used with the vise.
• 1x Pin vise
• 1 Brass and 1 Nylon Brush
• 4x Toothpicks
• Instruction sheet on how to clean and attribute your coins

The coins are mostly from the late Empire ~250-400AD. Around 15-25mm in size. Typical Emperors you will find are - Constantine 'The Great'. Gratian. Valens. Valentinian. Constans and many others!

These coins come directly out of the ground from a metal-detecting friend in the Balkans. I do not pick through them - except to put them into the sellable lots.

A simple method to clean most coins:

1. Start with the nylon brush, firmly brushing while watching to ensure you aren't removing the patina. If you can see dirt coming off - keep going. Wiping or dipping the coin in water so you know you are removing new dirt.
2. Once you stop making progress, soak the coin in distilled water for a 1-3 days. Observe daily and don't forget about it, as it will oxidize faster in water. Repeat this process as long as you are still removing dirt.
3. Depending on the stubbornness of the dirt, use either the toothpicks or the diamond encrusted tips. White, green, red or unusual-looking deposits will come off better with the diamond tips. The toothpicks will not damage the patina, however the diamond tips will. While cleaning, if you hear a squeaking noise, stop. This is the tips scratching the patina. It will happen, and don't worry the scratches will be microscopic.
4. To achieve better results, use a microscope. Many can be found around the internet and connected to your phone or computer for big-screen cleaning.
5. Chuck on your favourite Roman podcast, and slowly grind away the dirt and uncover your very own piece of Roman history.

I include an information sheet with every purchase outlining how to attribute and research your coin.

Feel free to reach out with any questions