posted on June 26, 2004 11:54:15 AM new
I've got a couple of old ivory carvings (purchased in Bombay in the 1960s...may be antique but don't know). They're quite stained...do I clean them or not? If so, how? Thanks for help...They both ARE ivory and passed the "hot pin" test...
posted on June 26, 2004 12:27:55 PM new
if they are stained and cracked due to age,better to leave them alone.
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posted on June 26, 2004 03:43:30 PM new
Don't attempt to clean them whatever you do. Ivory ages and that's how collectors like it. The "pin" test is also not a good idea. Hopefully, you did it where it cannot be seen? It's my understanding that the pin hole decreases the value.
posted on June 26, 2004 06:42:28 PM new
Whining said all: If they are ivory DO NOT TOUCH!! If they are bone, oh well, what the hell, scrub them & give to Ralphie.
