Should I polish copper tea set??

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Potteryplease, Jan 14, 2025 at 9:21 PM.

  1. Potteryplease

    Potteryplease Well-Known Member

    Would you recommend I clean these up before trying to sell them (together) in my case at the antique mall, or would that ruin the precious patina?

    Thanks for all opinions.

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    Potteryplease, Jan 14, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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  2. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    Ohhhhh, I like that color,,,, to me , classy look!!!
     
    komokwa, Jan 14, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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  3. johnnycb09

    johnnycb09 Well-Known Member

    Normally Im in the polish it up crowd,but this has such a lovely even color Id leave it be.
     
    johnnycb09, Jan 14, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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  4. Debora

    Debora Well-Known Member

    Agree. Consider it patina. A bright finish will cheapen the appearance of the pieces and reduce their appeal. IMHO.

    Debora
     
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    Debora, Jan 14, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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  5. anundverkaufen

    anundverkaufen Bird Feeder

    Coffee, not tea and I’d leave it unpolished.
    Kallmeyer & Harjes Metallwarenfabrik.
     
    anundverkaufen, Jan 14, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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  6. Potteryplease

    Potteryplease Well-Known Member

    It's unanimous!

    Thanks for the correction and ID anundverkaufen.
     
    Potteryplease, Jan 14, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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