{"products":[{"id":8289379385628,"title":"Le Crayon Complete Set of Andre's Relic Restoration Pencils for Coins and Relics","handle":"le-crayon-complete-set-of-andres-relic-restoration-pencils-for-coins-and-relics","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eAndre's Relic Restoration Pencil Set is a 4-piece cleaning toolkit designed for detectorists and coin collectors working with bronze, copper, and nickel finds. The set includes two hard-point pencils for removing concrete-like encrustations, a brass scalpel for initial crust removal, and a steel-wool brush pencil for finishing touches on lightly soiled surfaces. Collectors cleaning Indian Head Pennies, 2-cent pieces, and dug relics use this set when mechanical cleaning is the only option and chemical treatments would strip original patina. The dry-cleaning approach preserves surface detail that water-based methods often compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included with the Le Crayon Pencil Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAndre's 4-piece cleaning pencil set (two hard-point pencils, brass scalpel, steel-wool brush pencil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional upgrade: Fiberglass tip pencil for stubborn encrustations (available as second variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Coin Collectors and Relic Hunters Reach for Andre's Pencils\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled mechanical cleaning removes hard dirt without chemical patina stripping on bronze and copper coins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard-point tips break through concrete-like encrustations that form on dug relics in mineralized soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass scalpel works initial crust layers without scratching the underlying metal surface when used with light pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel-wool brush pencil finishes lightly soiled copper and nickel finds without aggressive abrasion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-cleaning method preserves original patina that water exposure would alter or remove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRestoring Bronze Coins with Hard-Point and Brush Pencils\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndian Head Pennies and 2-Cent Pieces from Clay Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze coins often carry a hardened crust that obscures date and detail. Start with the hard-point pencil in small circular motions, applying light pressure and increasing gradually as the crust breaks down. The brass scalpel removes the outermost layer when the encrustation is exceptionally thick, but stop before reaching the coin surface to avoid scratching. Alternate between the hard-point pencil and the steel-wool brush to monitor progress. The brush reveals how much detail you've exposed and provides a gentler finish for the final cleaning stage. Lightly dampening the hard-point tip improves cutting performance on stubborn patches, though dry cleaning is preferred for patina preservation. Our team runs this method on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/prospecting\"\u003egold prospecting equipment\u003c\/a\u003e finds when nuggets carry quartz matrix that needs careful removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCopper Relics with Light Surface Dirt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper buttons, buckles, and hardware with light soil accumulation respond well to the steel-wool brush pencil alone. Use gentle circular motions without dampening the brush, as moisture causes the steel wool to rust and shortens the pencil's working life. The brush removes loose dirt and oxidation without cutting into the patina layer that gives copper relics their aged appearance. Skip the hard-point pencils and brass scalpel on lightly soiled finds; the brush provides enough abrasion for surface cleaning without risking scratches. This approach works on nickel coins as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/LECRAYON-001__001.jpg?v=1684462564\" alt=\"Le Crayon Andre's relic restoration pencil set with hard-point tips and brass scalpel for coin cleaning\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 pieces (two hard-point pencils, brass scalpel, steel-wool brush pencil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass scalpel tip, steel-wool brush, hard-point composite tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry mechanical cleaning (light dampening optional for hard-point tips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Metals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze, copper, nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Finds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian Head Pennies, 2-cent pieces, copper relics, nickel coins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Upgrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fiberglass tip pencil (second variant, tackles stubborn encrustations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Serious Detecting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerious Detecting is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/pages\/customer-care__about-us\"\u003eauthorized Le Crayon dealer\u003c\/a\u003e stocking Andre's full cleaning pencil lineup for coin collectors and relic hunters. Our team uses these pencils on dug finds from park hunts and farm sites where mechanical cleaning preserves patina that chemical baths would strip. Every order ships free within the continental U.S., and our 30-day return policy covers unused sets if the pencils don't fit your restoration workflow. We price-match verified lower prices on identical Le Crayon products from authorized U.S. retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:04-04:00","created_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:04-04:00","updated_at":"2026-06-05T14:48:42-04:00","vendor":"Le Crayon","product_type":"Prospecting","tags":["brass-scalpel","bronze-coins","cleaning-pencils","coin-cleaning","copper-relics","dry-cleaning","dug-coins","fiberglass-tip","hard-point-pencil","indian-head-penny","le-crayon","mechanical-cleaning","patina-preservation","relic-restoration","steel-wool-brush"],"variants":[{"id":54030191591708,"title":"Pencils","option1":"Pencils","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"LECRAYON-001","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":52021847884060,"product_id":8289379385628,"position":3,"created_at":"2026-04-09T10:21:17-04:00","updated_at":"2026-04-09T10:21:19-04:00","alt":null,"width":2048,"height":2048,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/LECRAYON-001_02.jpg?v=1775744479","variant_ids":[54030191591708]},"available":true,"price":"14.95","grams":142,"compare_at_price":"20.25","position":1,"product_id":8289379385628,"created_at":"2026-04-09T10:34:40-04:00","updated_at":"2026-06-05T14:48:42-04:00"},{"id":54030191624476,"title":"Pencils with Fiberglass Pencil","option1":"Pencils with Fiberglass Pencil","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"LECRAYON-001_B01","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":52021852897564,"product_id":8289379385628,"position":4,"created_at":"2026-04-09T10:22:34-04:00","updated_at":"2026-04-09T10:22:36-04:00","alt":null,"width":2048,"height":2048,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/LECRAYON-001_B01_02.jpg?v=1775744556","variant_ids":[54030191624476]},"available":true,"price":"23.90","grams":142,"compare_at_price":"20.25","position":2,"product_id":8289379385628,"created_at":"2026-04-09T10:34:40-04:00","updated_at":"2026-06-05T14:48:42-04:00"}],"images":[{"id":41207013867804,"created_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:04-04:00","position":1,"updated_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:04-04:00","product_id":8289379385628,"variant_ids":[],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/LECRAYON-001__001.jpg?v=1684462564","width":1600,"height":1600},{"id":41207013900572,"created_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:04-04:00","position":2,"updated_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:04-04:00","product_id":8289379385628,"variant_ids":[],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/LECRAYON-001__002.jpg?v=1684462564","width":1600,"height":1600},{"id":52021847884060,"created_at":"2026-04-09T10:21:17-04:00","position":3,"updated_at":"2026-04-09T10:21:19-04:00","product_id":8289379385628,"variant_ids":[54030191591708],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/LECRAYON-001_02.jpg?v=1775744479","width":2048,"height":2048},{"id":52021852897564,"created_at":"2026-04-09T10:22:34-04:00","position":4,"updated_at":"2026-04-09T10:22:36-04:00","product_id":8289379385628,"variant_ids":[54030191624476],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/LECRAYON-001_B01_02.jpg?v=1775744556","width":2048,"height":2048}],"options":[{"name":"Set","position":1,"values":["Pencils","Pencils with Fiberglass Pencil"]}]},{"id":8289379516700,"title":"Le Crayon - Andre's Fiberglass Restoration and Coin Cleaning Pencil","handle":"le-crayon-andres-fiberglass-restoration-and-coin-cleaning-pencil","body_html":"\n\u003ch3\u003eRestoration and Coin Cleaning Pencils\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eFantastic cleaning pencil for coins and relics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eA great addition to your cleaning toolbox.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eIdeal on bronze coins such as Indian Head Pennies or 2-cent pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great addition to your cleaning toolbox. Ideal on bronze coins such as Indian Head Pennies or 2-cent pieces, it is also versatile and will allow you to clean other metals such as copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended that care be taken when cleaning coppers, as it is probably the most \"sensitive\" metal. These pencils can be sharpened with a regular pencil sharpener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections and recommendations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. The pencils should be used in circular motions. Start gently and then figure what amount of pressure is appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Favor dry cleaning as water may harm coins and their patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. These pencils are absolutely great to get rid of a concrete-like dirt crust.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:08-04:00","created_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:08-04:00","updated_at":"2026-06-05T14:48:42-04:00","vendor":"Le Crayon","product_type":"Prospecting","tags":[],"variants":[{"id":45211502215452,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"LECRAYON-003","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"price":"8.95","grams":28,"compare_at_price":"12.95","position":1,"product_id":8289379516700,"created_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:08-04:00","updated_at":"2026-06-05T14:48:42-04:00"}],"images":[{"id":41207014392092,"created_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:08-04:00","position":1,"updated_at":"2023-05-18T22:16:08-04:00","product_id":8289379516700,"variant_ids":[],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/LECRAYON-003.jpg?v=1684462568","width":1600,"height":1600}],"options":[{"name":"Title","position":1,"values":["Default Title"]}]},{"id":8289379549468,"title":"Le Crayon Steel-Wool Coin and Relic Brush","handle":"le-crayon-steel-wool-coin-and-relic-brush","body_html":"\n\u003ch3\u003ePencil 000 Wick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing steel-wool pencil for quality restoration skims sharpener knife or a cutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for brushing occasionally the surface and provides a perfect finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brush pencil is great for finishing, monitoring your progress, or cleaning a thin and\/or soft layer of dirt, even on coppers.  To \"reactivate\" the brush pencil, simply hold the steel wool, then turn the pencil. \"Fresh\" and ready for action steel wool will come out. 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