My suggestion would be get a silver polishing cloth and use that. I do not suggest creams or sprays. Haggerty polishing clothes are very good and visit local jewelry store.

Kristy Miller, Registrar
New Milford Historical Society
New Milford, CT


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On Oct 15, 2010, at 8:14 AM, Michael Reuter <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> I have a silver-plated trophy that we would like to put out on display, but I would like to clean and remove some of the tarnishing, if possible. Is this something that I should even attempt, or should I consult with a conservator? I know there was a thread a while back about cleaning trophies, but I cannot locate it. Thanks!
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> Michael Reuter
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> Milwaukee County Historical Society
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