I have two of these brass cantles. The first was in very good condition and only required the light use of metal polish. The second was very green. It looked as if the copper content had oxidised in a couple of places and the brass was quite pitted. This required immersion in diluted vinegar over-night and then a toothbrush and toothpaste scrub before being polished with metal polish. The pitting remains but all the discolouration has been removed. I consider the pitting to be the marks of history which add to the character of the sporran.

The pictures of the cantle on Ebay suggest that this one is in better condition.


Good luck creagdhubh