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Originally Posted by markf31
There are far more collectibles that lose significant value when they are cleaned or modified than not. In fact, I think maybe art work is the exception. Things such as coins, firearms, knives, swords and military collectible all lose value when they are cleaned or modified to improve their appearance.
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Furniture is also a good example.. wear is far more valued than a recent cleaning... Things that are handled should not be restored but things that are NOT handled, like paintings.. can be restored.. i guess.