Copper pitcher - how to remove virdigris without removing patina?

Question

I have an antique hand-hammered copper pitcher that has a very pleasant patina but also a minor amount of verdigris around the base. I don't want to end up with a shiny copper pitcher because I like the darkened patina, but I would like to remove the verdigris. Is there a way to do this? Thanks!

Answer 1

Virdigris is part of the patina.