Tarnished pins, advice needed

Hi guys!!

Last April I picked up some pins on my trip to Disneyland Paris. Since they've been displayed on a lanyard on a hook on my wall. Now I've decided to expand my collection I was taking a closer look at them and it appears they are a getting a bit tarnished, a bit on the front and a fair bit on the back.

Now I think it's because of the environment in the little room we rent (we've had mould issues) and we're moving in a few weeks so that's not a worry, but how can I restore these pins to their shiny glory as when I purchased them? Is there a best way to clean them?

Thanks in advance for any help!

Char

I'm not sure about the front of the pin since I don't know what could ruin the paint but I have a post somewhere on cleaning the back of pins.

fordracing31 said:

I'm not sure about the front of the pin since I don't know what could ruin the paint but I have a post somewhere on cleaning the back of pins.

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If you find that post, I'd be very interested in reading it. Several pins I've received in trades could use some cleaning on the back.

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It's just where there's metal in the design on the front, not the enamel, no it looks much like the metal on the back. A gentle rub with water helped a lot but it's not perfect.
I didn't find that post. If you find the link I'd love to read it.

http://disneypinforum.com/showthread.php?26005-Good-way-to-remove-rust-from-pins
Found this I hope this helps.

I think toothpaste may help. Toothpast is mild enough even to clean silverware.

brite boy metal cleaner cleans all types of metals.very safe...

You guys are amazing. Thank you so much!!