Breathing New Life into Ancient Artifacts

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Posted by Carlos on 12/27/2013 to Ancient Artifacts and Culture
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Breathing New Life into
Ancient Artifacts
Quality ancient artifacts can be hard to come by, and it’s important
that you do everything that you can to properly preserve them. Doing
so will not only make them look their best, but it will preserve their value
as well. No matter what kind of artifact you have or what it’s made from,
there are certain hazards that you’ll want to beware of.
Temperature
Make sure that your artifacts are kept at a well-balanced temperature
—one that’s too hot or too cold can damage the materials of your
artifacts. It’s best that you use a climate-controlled storage space for
your ancient valuables instead of putting them in an attic, shed, garage
or basement.
Light
An overabundance of light can cause textiles and photographs to
breakdown faster than they normally would. Both natural sunlight and
florescent light should be safeguarded against, especially florescent
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light since it contains heavy amounts of ultraviolet radiation. Keep your
antiques in low lit areas if at all possible.
Humidity
Humidity is another hazard to ancient artifacts that can lead to mold
growth and an infestation of pests on parchment, textiles and paper.
You’ll want to make sure that you have enough humidity that the
artifact doesn’t become too brittle. Be especially careful of organic
objects since they can release and absorb moisture depending on the
immediate environment. It’s best that you store your items in an area
that has a humidity of 45 to 55%.
Air Pollutants and Chemical Reactions
Marble and metal are very susceptible to chemicals in the air, so you’ll
want to be very careful of any artifacts that you store outside, such as
architecture made from iron or marble statuary. Chemicals in particular
to be aware of are acidic gases and formaldehyde.
Pests
Certain pests, such as termites, silverfish and roaches, are attracted to
paper, while moths are drawn to wool silk and other protein fibers. If you
don’t store your artifacts in a protective case, you’ll want to make sure
that you inspect them every now and then.
Owning a piece of history is one of the greatest gifts in the world, so
make sure that you treat that gift with the careful respect that it
deserves.
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