ldblokland Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 So I bought a Trilobite Fossil a few years ago in a museum. But it's gathering some rust. Is this bad? If so what should I do about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 Welcome to the Forum. I didn't think this species came out pyritized. A forum search here (pyrite disease) should answer your questions on different means by which to delay the continuation of this kind of oxidation 3 ...How to Philosophize with a Hammer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raggedy Man Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 You can take a baking soda and water mixture and rub it in. This will stop the reaction from continuing further. After take some WD-40 and give it a wipe down with a cloth. Make sure its completely dry before using the WD-40. Edit: 1Tbs of water 2 Tbs of baking soda. Use a toothbrush to apply the mixture. 4 1 ...I'm back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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