The Collector's Guild

As much as we like to think as collectors that we will own our military collectibles forever, the truth is that we will not. At some point our prized artifacts will eventually end up in other collections. Its our duty as student of history to preserve our items for future generations.
With historical antiques there are three main enemies that we always have to be on guard for.

1. INSECT DAMAGE

Always be vigilant watching out for Moths, Silverfish and other insect infestations.

If you notice a freshly mothed area on a wool artifact.

-Immediately cover the artifact and then put it in a freezer for 24 hours.

-Remove it from the freezer and bring up to room temperature for 24 hours.

-Then put it back in the freezer for a further 24 hours.

-This should kill any active moth larva and your item should be safe to put back on display.

2. ULTRA VIOLET (UV) DAMAGE

Direct sunlight and exposure to florescent light will both fade and damage materials.

-Never display an artifact in direct sunlight or in a room with florescent lighting.

-Filters for windows can now be purchased at most hard wear stores. Make sure to read the instructions to make sure that they will block UV light before purchasing.

-For lighting, your best bet are LED lights. These will not damage your artifacts and are very common and easy to find now.

3. HUMIDITY & TEMPERATURE

Control temperature and humidity

-If the humidity level is too low, materials such as wood, leather and paper can crack and become fragile.

-If it's too high metal items can rust and leather grow mold.

-Humidity should be at around 50 percent.

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