Cleaning tombak/enamel

[Danziger]

Dear all,

I am new to this forum but have been around some of the German forums for some time. As a quick introduction: I am 29 years old, originally from Germany but moved to Ireland for good in 1999. I am collecting all things to do with the city of Danzig due to my own family coming from Danzig and having had to leave in 1945.

Now to my question:

What is the best way to clean a tombak and enamel decoration? It is only slightly soiled and I don't want to use anything heavy. Would soapy water be ok applied with q-tips?

I read the thread about the enamel cleaning but as this is an enamel and tombak piece I just wanted to make sure not to use anything that might have a negative effect on one or the other.

Thank you very much for your help. It is much appreciated.

Kind regards,
Rene

[Tiger 1]

Rene,

If the enamal is in sound condition then gently washing it with a neutral soap such as Ivory and and some warm water should do the trick. You may want to use a very soft toothbrush instead of a Q-tip. Again gently is the key word.

Be sure to dry it completely when finished.

Tony

[Danziger]

Hi Tony,

Thank you for your reply. Yes, I think the soap and water might be the best solution. I will try it and let you know how it worked out.

Thanks and best wishes,
Rene