USMC Proof.... Ooooooooooooohhhhhh Raaaaaaaaaaaaaah!

LucyBop · August 13, 2005 7:12AM

The lint isn't on the coin...

ER · August 13, 2005 7:15AM

Semper Fi

Dennis88 · August 13, 2005 7:16AM

cosmicdebris · August 13, 2005 7:31AM

WANNABEDEALER · August 13, 2005 8:42AM

And remind me why we need to honor them on the 230th anniversary, I would think 200th or 250th would make more sense, but then the clowns in Congress know what they are doing, just think the dollar coins with the presidents on that the collectors told them resoundingly we dont want.

tincup · August 13, 2005 8:51AM

Those proofs are awesome!!

Doesn't matter what anniversary it is for the Marines--- a fitting tribute regardless!!

These will be very popular coins; I think the proof coins will be more in demand than the uncs.

66Tbird · August 13, 2005 8:53AM

Could be because we are at war and the general public views of that are waning.

Nice coin and show be a popular one in the future.

ddink · August 13, 2005 8:54AM

<< And remind me why we need to honor them on the 230th anniversary, I would think 200th or 250th would make more sense, but then the clowns in Congress know what they are doing >>

423,000 sold between 7/20/05 and 8/4/05--fifteen days--I'd say the "clowns" in Congress might just know what they're doing after all

TorinoCobra71 · August 13, 2005 9:10AM

Beauty of a Proof, My Bopper!

TorinoCobra71

LucyBop · August 13, 2005 9:17AM

<< And remind me why we need to honor them on the 230th anniversary, I would think 200th or 250th would make more sense, but then the clowns in Congress know what they are doing, just think the dollar coins with the presidents on that the collectors told them resoundingly we dont want. >>

How about you go an sh#t in somebody else's thread....

RYK · August 13, 2005 9:19AM

And remind me why we need to honor them on the 230th anniversary...

Because we were 30 years late in honoring their 200th anniversary. I hope they forgive us.

Great coin, I cannot wait to receive mine.

XXX · August 13, 2005 9:33AM

Ooooooooooooohhhhhh Raaaaaaaaaaaaaah!

1975-1979, E-4, 0351
3rdMarDiv 9thMarines

matteproof · August 13, 2005 9:38AM

What a superb coin. The mirrors are so strong, a fitting tribute to the theme behind the coin. I especially like the "In GOD We Trust" so prominently displayed. Nice find.

matteproof

F117ASR · August 13, 2005 9:41AM

mmmmm...........Frosty...........

LucyBop · August 13, 2005 9:44AM

I love it, especiallt that Eagle, Globe and Anchor!

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Raaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!

stman · August 13, 2005 10:10AM

<< 

<< And remind me why we need to honor them on the 230th anniversary, I would think 200th or 250th would make more sense, but then the clowns in Congress know what they are doing, just think the dollar coins with the presidents on that the collectors told them resoundingly we dont want. >>

How about you go an sh#t in somebody else's thread.... >>

Grumpy and feisty all in one young lady? I like that.

tincup · August 15, 2005 7:57AM

Hey, have these all sold out yet?? I keep expecting it about any time......!!

blastpak · August 15, 2005 12:35PM

I hope mine look as nice as yours. Great coin! What would you grade it?

bbrewski · August 15, 2005 2:59PM

Mine was scratched,had to send it back

mcmxi · August 15, 2005 3:07PM

I want a gold one to match my dress blues...

Cladiator · August 15, 2005 3:25PM

That would be one awesome looking design in proof gold.

mhammerman · August 15, 2005 10:37PM

Got mine yesterday...stunning!

comncents · August 15, 2005 11:36PM

A nice coin to honor one of our many groups of heroes. These ladies and gentlemen have made and are making great sacrifices for us. An ex-employee, still a friend, is a 30 year veteran. I plan to give one of my coins (supposed to be shipped tomorrow) to him and I plan to send one to an unknown Marine serving in Iraq. Just food for thought for those of you who bought more than one coin.

Agflyer · August 15, 2005 11:40PM

I'm going to send both a proof and an unc to my brother-in-law who is a Marine. I think he'll be thrilled.

michael · August 15, 2005 11:44PM

ooooooooooooooooohh laaaaaaaaaaaa laaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

JRocco · August 15, 2005 11:55PM

I too agree that it was great to put IN GOD WE TRUST right in the middle of the mirrors for all to proudly see.

1907Quarter · August 15, 2005 11:59PM

OK Luce, what's YOUR photographic trick on how to get a black field and white device?!

netrubicon · August 16, 2005 12:03AM

Thats a nice one Lucy......Its Macho!!

LucyBop · August 16, 2005 12:31AM

<< OK Luce, what's YOUR photographic trick on how to get a black field and white device?! >>

absolutely nothing..

The coin was shot in a natural sunlit room....

agentjim007 · August 16, 2005 12:41AM

I may have to get a few proofs bfore the price goes up

keets · August 16, 2005 1:30AM

And remind me why we need to honor them on the 230th anniversary, I would think 200th or 250th would make more sense, but then the clowns in Congress know what they are doing, just think the dollar coins with the presidents on that the collectors told them resoundingly we dont want.

How about you go an sh#t in somebody else's thread.....

well, i guess there's nothing that can beat an inappropriate response to a tactless reply. this place just never changes.

since Lucille mistakenly believes this to be her thread, i'll give another answer which might be a bit more amicable.........................the reasoning for issuing the coin now could be tied to our current involvement in Iraq and it could have to do with paying tribute to those who sacrificed in WWII since that generation is passing into memory. also, it's important to remember that at the 200th Anniversary of the Corps, there was no Commemorative program at the U.S. Mint. it may have been logical to do something at 50 years, but they were too obsessed with other things back then.

LucyBop · August 16, 2005 1:36AM

<< And remind me why we need to honor them on the 230th anniversary, I would think 200th or 250th would make more sense, but then the clowns in Congress know what they are doing, just think the dollar coins with the presidents on that the collectors told them resoundingly we dont want.

How about you go an sh#t in somebody else's thread.....

well, i guess there's nothing that can beat an inappropriate response to a tactless reply. this place just never changes.

since Lucille mistakenly believes this to be her thread, i'll give another answer which might be a bit more amicable.........................the reasoning for issuing the coin now could be tied to our current involvement in Iraq and it could have to do with paying tribute to those who sacrificed in WWII since that generation is passing into memory. also, it's important to remember that at the 200th Anniversary of the Corps, there was no Commemorative program at the U.S. Mint. it may have been logical to do something at 50 years, but they were too obsessed with other things back then. >>

Yeah too bad we are all not like you.

aficionado · August 16, 2005 1:59AM

<< I too agree that it was great to put IN GOD WE TRUST right in the middle of the mirrors for all to proudly see. >>

Over 90% of the people believe in a higher being, so what's the dif??

keets · August 16, 2005 2:02AM

Yeah too bad we are all not like you.

no, Lucille, it's a good thing we're not all like you. have a nice day and enjoy your coins.

LucyBop · August 16, 2005 2:06AM

<< Yeah too bad we are all not like you.

no, Lucille, it's a good thing we're not all like you. have a nice day and enjoy your coins. >>

A world full of people like Lucille, that is kinda scary....

13PacesEast · August 16, 2005 2:09AM

wannabe and keets.... what's your problem?

take your negativity elsewhere.

LucyBop · August 16, 2005 2:12AM

<< wannabe and keets.... what's your problem?

take your negativity elsewhere. >>

I shouldn't have lashed out the way I did... That post came when I was highly highly emotional with the death of my dear sweet Frank.

I have felt many many emotions with this, and have found myself crying, filled with anger, and yet at times very joyful and thankful...

It hasn't been easy.....

Wannabe's post simply came at the wrong time for me......

keets · August 16, 2005 2:12AM

hey 13PacesEast

please read my first post and point out the negativity to me. i seem to have missed it. i'll be waiting for your dissertation.

AC7DX · August 16, 2005 2:28AM

<< I want a gold one to match my dress blues... >>

at least the gold would'nt get milk spots like these may.. Sure hope they dont. Beautiful coin!!!!
Great photo Lucy

13PacesEast · August 16, 2005 2:29AM

there's a ball bouncing and you clearly aren't following it.

"this place never changes" and...
"since Lucille mistakenly believes this to be her thread, i'll give another answer which might be a bit more amicable" and ...
"no, Lucille, it's a good thing we're not all like you. have a nice day and enjoy your coins. "

seems pretty negative to me.

Just becaue you have 4 million posts don't come in here and act like you are better than everybody and talk down to people.
Your attitudes are clearly childish and not needed here.
Wannabe came in and dumped on what was a feel good thread. What was the point?

So i ask again.... what's your problem?

keets · August 16, 2005 2:39AM

open your PM function and we'll talk about it.

100proof1957 · August 16, 2005 2:42AM

Everybody play nice !

PhillyJoe · August 16, 2005 2:52AM

I think this is an outstanding commemorative in proof. The West Point one was a little "busy" for my tastes, but the Marine dollar is right on. That flag raising was one of the 20th Century's greatest photos and an awesome memorial. I remember hearing that several of those Marines that raised the flag were killed within a short time after the raising. Great way to honor all that served.

Joe

LucyBop · August 16, 2005 3:01AM

<< I think this is an outstanding commemorative in proof. The West Point one was a little "busy" for my tastes, but the Marine dollar is right on. That flag raising was one of the 20th Century's greatest photos and an awesome memorial. I remember hearing that several of those Marines that raised the flag were killed within a short time after the raising. Great way to honor all that served.

Joe >>

I have several of the stamp and coin sets and I very much want to image the mint state version of this coin, but I don't want to open the sealed sets...

I am anxiously awaiting the mint state coins...

13PacesEast · August 16, 2005 3:01AM

no. if it's that important... let everyone hear.

otherwise.... game, set , match.

I got my 2 proof last week. Mine has lint on the coin!!! They are going back.

Spots and all those are some darn nice looking coins. My UNC has a "grease" spot/blob on the R in Liberty.

Not sure about keeping it yet.... decisions decisions

Still waiting on the Coin and Stamp Set and the Legacy.

I hope they are better than the ones going back.

weresteve · August 16, 2005 3:01AM

Wonder how long before the merchandising arm of one of the grading companines kicks in and we have the "Official" R Lee Emery Mail Call slabs ...

LucyBop · August 16, 2005 3:06AM

<< no, Lucille, it's a good thing we're not all like you. >>

The world can only handle one Lucy.

cartwheel · August 16, 2005 3:14AM

no, Lucille, it's a good thing we're not all like you. have a nice day and enjoy your coins.

Keets, as my Drill Instructor so aptly put it while expressing his concern for my well-being after a particularly grueling day on the parade deck, the obstacle course and in the "pit;" as he leaned over my prostrate frame and gently said, "EAT CHIT AND DIE, MAGGOT!"

P.S. Do you still sell the slab cleaner?

Cartwheel

keets · August 16, 2005 3:17AM

you should really open your PM function, it's a good way to avoid petty squabbles/misunderstandings within a thread which can happen due to the nature of the NetBeast. me and the bopster have already PM'd and patched things as evidenced by her sincere reply(Smooch!). since you're new around here i'll forgive you, but it might help for you to enable that private message function and also the profile icon so others can see who you are.

"this place never changes" and...
an extended period of time spent here will explain this comment nicely.
"since Lucille mistakenly believes this to be her thread, i'll give another answer which might be a bit more amicable" and ...
Lucille seems to have explained things better than i can.
"no, Lucille, it's a good thing we're not all like you. have a nice day and enjoy your coins. "
you'll please excuse me for responding in kind.

you need to understand that some of us know each other and oftentimes make comments in a fashion which is understood, especially those with experience interacting with the PM function and countless thread replies. at other times, things get garbled as seems to be the case here. if it suits your purpose to believe you have "won" something here, i guess that's OK. my advice, if you care to hear it, is to be a bit more laid back as a newbie, it's a period we each go through. coming on board and displaying agression probably won't endear you to some members.

you may care about that, maybe not, but i think it's worth considering.

al h.

13PacesEast · August 16, 2005 3:40AM

what does "newbie" have to do with the price of milk in Japan?
You think this is the only forum i've ever read or posted on?

I don't "need to understand" anything. If you are having to PM to patch up your differences.... well where there is smoke there is fire. I stand by my last post directed at you.
With "friends" like you who needs enemies?

Nothing got garbled. Wannabe was being an arse. Lucy called him on it.
You started being as arse. You got called on it.

I don't need to PM anything to anyone. I said it here.
I don't need to be laidback about anything. You got called to the mat for being a jerk and you didn't like it.
Get over it.

And do you really think i care what ANYONE on a forum thinks about me? I come on here to read and learn.
Put me on ignore if you don't wanna hear it. I won't put you on ignore. I like hearing it.

Don't come on hear and act holier than thou. It might not endear you to some of the members.

you may care about that, maybe not, but i think it's worth considering.

LucyBop · August 16, 2005 3:47AM

<< what does "newbie" have to do with the price of milk in Japan?
You think this is the only forum i've ever read or posted on?

I don't "need to understand" anything. If you are having to PM to patch up your differences.... well where there is smoke there is fire. I stand by my last post directed at you.
With "friends" like you who needs enemies?

Nothing got garbled. Wannabe was being an arse. Lucy called him on it.
You started being as arse. You got called on it.

I don't need to PM anything to anyone. I said it here.
I don't need to be laidback about anything. You got called to the mat for being a jerk and you didn't like it.
Get over it.

And do you really think i care what ANYONE on a forum thinks about me? I come on here to read and learn.
Put me on ignore if you don't wanna hear it. I won't put you on ignore. I like hearing it.

Don't come on hear and act holier than thou. It might not endear you to some of the members.

you may care about that, maybe not, but i think it's worth considering. >>

I needed a happy thread for myself in the worst way after franks passing... And when the Marine coin came it did make me happy.
I did take wannabe's post as very negative and I lashed out... Under normal circumstances I would have ignored this type of remark, as I have many times in the past... It truely came at a terrible time for me. Everbody here is free to post their opinions and give their input, but I do wish wannabe would have not made that remark, because I didnt need it, rather, he should have let me be happy with my crappy ol Mint issued Marine coin....

USMC Proof.... Ooooooooooooohhhhhh Raaaaaaaaaaaaaah!

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