How to get the shiny off new horn (cow?)

[Kentuckyjed]

I picked up some nice-looking horn cups that I was planning on making a possible rum horn and salt horn out of. They are way too shiny for me. Is there any way to get the shiny/polished look off and still keep the integrity of the horn in place.

 

[Phil Coffins]

Steel wool.

 

[Kentuckyjed]

I figured there might be different answers especially from the horners out there.
I know it sounds like a no brainer, thought about sandpaper and or steel wool. I guess it can't hurt.

 

[Kentuckyjed]

Steel wool.

Thanks, going to do it.