r/bonecollecting • u/DailyGambler • 13h ago
Advice Found these at work
I've never collected bones before, but I'm assuming these belonged to an adult cat based on the teeth and size. I got all the dirt and remaining fur off with water, dawn dish soap, and a toothbrush. They're currently soaking in water + soap and I plan to change the water whrn it gets cloudy. Is this the right way to go about cleaning them? I want to touch them without gloves and not be paranoid about catching diseases.
I would also like to know how I should go about displaying them. I was thinking about putting the loner pieces in a small jar with dried flowers, and displaying the mandible. I hope that isn't disrespectful. I want to honor what these bones came from, and I love cats (assuming this is one).
Thank you!
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u/Medium_Effect_4998 13h ago
You’re on the right path. Personally I only go glove free after I’ve done a peroxide soak on them.
I like your ideas for display.