Can plastic holders hurt the finish of certain coins? 0

[early_large]

I'm curious if certain coins hold up to plastic over the long run or if they should be stored in a more comfortable fabric.

[Just Bob]

Modern coin holders, including flips, 2x2s, and hard plastic holders,  are supposed to be inert. Some older flips are known to contain PVC, which can be harmful to a coin's surface. If a holder smells like a shower curtain, it probably contains PVC.

I'm not sure what the "long run" is, but I can tell you that I have had coins in inert plastic for 30+ years that look exactly the same as they did when they were put in the holders.

Edited May 21, 2020 by Just Bob

[early_large]

30 Years! that's great and yes what I envision. Thank you