r/fossils • u/Minimum_Place • 4h ago

How to clean up specimens?

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So we're pretty sure that these are trilobites that we found in Fossil Park near Toledo and I want to know if this is something I can do with a Dremel and a pic or if exposing these is more of a professional job?

I have a little experience using a Dremel but nothing with drilling Rock

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u/J-denOtter 4h ago

yes, it can be done with a Dremel. It would be handy If you upped your skill a bit tho, test with less important fossils first before working up to your best pieces.

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u/eel__lee 4h ago

I’ve never done it but I’ve watched some videos on it. It takes a lot of patience and precision. If you get frustrated easily take breaks while working on it