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Thank you, Heather! This is very helpful. And thanks to Emanuele as well - fascinating detail of the treatment. All best, Julie Martin ------------------------------ Julie Martin Marketing and Public Relations Manager Northeast Document Conservation Center Andover MA (978) 470-1010 ...

Additional information - I believe the bell is bronze. It will be housed out of doors in a roofed enclosure, but with no walls, at ground level. They plan to ring the bell on special occasions but otherwise keep the clapper in storage. It has no visible damage or staining other than the green patina ...

Thanks, Heather. The question is relayed from a small historical society in Maine. I agree that there is no reason it actually needs "cleaning." That's the type of information I hope to collect here, before this organization does anything to damage the bell. ------------------------------ Julie Martin ...

Does anyone have resources or advice on how to (and how NOT to) clean an 1888 New England church bell? Someone in our oragnization has received advice from a for profit company, recommending a "flour, salt, and vinegar" solution. Thoughts? Thank you, Julie Martin ------------------------------ ...