5612
Author
Reisman, Shelley
Title Of Article Chaper
A sparkling solution: how to clean old silver (Conserva-tip)
Title Of Journal Book
History news
Volume
38
Issue
8
Pages
22-23
Collation
5 photos, list of suppliers
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
After explaining the hazards of using commercial silver-cleaning products, the article recommends a six-step procedure of washing, electrochemical removal of heavy tarnish, polishing with precipitated chalk in alcohol or water, rinsing and drying. It then gives instructions for safe storage. -- AATA
Keywords
cleaning; silver -- ICOM
pub_id
5612