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Hi, Professor,
Looks like your stamp sulferized (frequently called "oxidized). That color ink wasn't very stable, so this happened somewhat often. If soaked in hydrogen peroxide (3%, use a new bottle), it will turn the color back to about what it was. The color will likely start changing right away - carefully swirl/move it around a bit with tongs. 30 seconds to a minute or so should do it. If not, put it in a bit longer. Be sure the rinse the stamp in lukewarm clean water a few times, then let it dry in a drying book. Should do the trick!
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Thanks for your advice! I have not had the opportunity to get out to buy hydrogen peroxide, but eill let you know when I have tried your advice! Thanks again, Mel
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Look at this, Laeding! You gave me great advice about the Hydrogen Peroxide! Thanks!
Mel
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Looks good! Glad it worked out!
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04:54:07pm
I have #84 in orange red. On this one I can see a hint of oragnge in the corners. What would cause a color shift like this? Or is it another issue that I have overlooked in Scott? Thanks for your input.
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re: Color shift on Sweden #84?
Hi, Professor,
Looks like your stamp sulferized (frequently called "oxidized). That color ink wasn't very stable, so this happened somewhat often. If soaked in hydrogen peroxide (3%, use a new bottle), it will turn the color back to about what it was. The color will likely start changing right away - carefully swirl/move it around a bit with tongs. 30 seconds to a minute or so should do it. If not, put it in a bit longer. Be sure the rinse the stamp in lukewarm clean water a few times, then let it dry in a drying book. Should do the trick!
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07:20:40pm
re: Color shift on Sweden #84?
Thanks for your advice! I have not had the opportunity to get out to buy hydrogen peroxide, but eill let you know when I have tried your advice! Thanks again, Mel
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02:18:01pm
re: Color shift on Sweden #84?
Look at this, Laeding! You gave me great advice about the Hydrogen Peroxide! Thanks!
Mel
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re: Color shift on Sweden #84?
Looks good! Glad it worked out!
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