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NeophyteNumismatist
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Hi Forum:
I just wanted to introduce myself to the room. I am a newer collector, and I started my collecting journey in April 2020 during the COVID lockdown. Within a few months of my start, the "coin shortage" forced me to pivot my collecting strategy and I started buying graded coins. While it did not seem like it at the time, this was probably the best thing that could have happened to expedite my numismatic knowledge. My introductory goal was to establish a modified type set of US Coins using the Dansco 7070 as my model.
Today, my main focus is US half cents (but I am still working on the Type Set in the background). I am building a "major variety set"of half cents, but not trying to go full Cohen (yet). Early American Coppers are my favorite, because I love the history and finding nice examples can be a real challange. 
My goals for the forums are:
1. To Learn
2. To Teach (although new, I have been able to pick-up some knowledge, and I am happy to share it)
3. To be with like-minded collectors who enjoy this great hobby.
Happy Halloween and I look forward to meeting and interacting with you.
Neo
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
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Welcome to the forum. It sounds like you have varied interests within the hobby, and—based on your intro post—you’ll fit in well here.
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Welcome.
Welcome aboard!
Another Early copper enthusiast! Funny but I'm also casually working on a type set and actively working on a 'Major Variety' set of large cents, not too far off
I think you'll find many great people on this forum with similar interests, theres all different types of people here, as long as you don't let the few naysayers get to you this place is loads of fun!
Edit: Nice profile pic btw! 1803?
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I don’t think introductions are necessary! Nice to see here you over here as well.
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Thanks for the warm welcome. And, it's great to see a few familiar faces!
@WilliamF - you are correct. That's an 1803 LC from my Type Set. Nice work!!!
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
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Welcome to forum! Glad to have you here
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@NeophyteNumismatist ... Welcome aboard. Nice introduction. Good luck with your sets. Cheers, RickO
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Hey howdy
Welcome. This is a wonderful, wild and sometimes crazy place. Lots to learn and these folks share their knowledge freely.
Such an awesome opportunity to learn and have a little fun.
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Welcome to the forum
This is a great place to learn and it appears you have a terrific attitude. Welcome and good luck with you collecting goals.
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Can't help it but always think of an old welcome from a Sega game called Altered Beast- perfect for a Halloween greeting too:
Welcome to your doom!!!!
Welcome to the hobby. This forum is a great place to learn and share your goals and your finds. Great to have another Early Copper collector. You will find it a smaller part of the forum than others, but most are truly dedicated to learning and collecting and sharing their information. We love photos so load us up when you have the urge.
Jim
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You found the right place, welcome.
Great hobby, great forum ... and if I'm reading you right ... you'll fit right in here.
Welcome!
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Thanks for the introduction.
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Welcome aboard. A great place to learn, buy & sell coins. The members are fantastic and always eager and willing to help. You will love this forum.
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A very nice introduction. Welcome, aboard @NeophyteNumismatist
There is much to learn here from the folks on the forum as you will find many very helpful.
Enjoy the hobby.
Donato
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Thanks again, everyone. Hope you all got lots of candy.
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
Grandson is out with the family getting his and some for grandpa 😁
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Welcome. I love early large cents. Want a Draped Bust 1/2c but haven't found one I like yet. Want a Liberty Cap 1/2c but haven't found an acceptable one I can afford yet.
"You can't get just one gun." "You can't get just one tattoo." "You can't get just one 1796 Draped Bust Large Cent."
@NeophyteNumismatist , welcome!
Patience is great. Don’t be too quick to fill holes. Look at lots of coins before buying. Avoid buying “problem” coins. Don’t convince yourself that “other than xxx, the coin is real nice”. That’s like when Mrs. Lincoln was asked, “Other than the assassination, how was the play.” Regardless of grade, only buy problem-free coins that have nice eye appeal to YOU that are solid for the grade. What one considers nice eye appeal varies a LOT among collectors, and that’s OK. Have fun!
Steve
My collecting “Pride & Joy” is my PCGS Registry Dansco 7070 Set:
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/type-sets/design-type-sets/complete-dansco-7070-modified-type-set-1796-date/publishedset/213996
Welcome to the club. Just try to stay out of jail and you will be fine.
@Jzyskowski1 - Thanks for bringing it back to the numismatic. That said, the melt is those coins is.... delicious.
@Omegaraptor - I love early Large Cents, too. I actually love large cents as much as (maybe more than) half cents. However, half cents are a little more affordable for my budget. Draped bust half cents are a little tricky, because you have a lot of straight graded (even up to AU) coins that have obvious problems like some porosity. And you are right, the LibCaps do get pretty pricey.
@winesteven - Thanks for your advice. I can honestly say that I am having lots of fun (more than I ever thought I would collecting coins). Being patient can be tricky, but I have gotten much better at that. The rule I made for myself is to only buy the coin once (no upgrades), so that has helped me, too. By there way, your Type Set is an absolute stunner.
@BLUEJAYWAY - I will try to stay out of jail, and I will keep a small file in my sock. Thanks for the tip.
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
Welcome to the forum
@NeophyteNumismatist - Thanks for your kind words regarding my Dansco 7070.
Steve
My collecting “Pride & Joy” is my PCGS Registry Dansco 7070 Set:
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/type-sets/design-type-sets/complete-dansco-7070-modified-type-set-1796-date/publishedset/213996
Welcome to the forum, but damn, another large cent collector to compete with for some of the ones I may still need/want? Oh well, that keeps things interesting!
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I am much more of a half cent collector, than large cents. I just can't afford as many large cents in the condition I want. And... I have all of the large cents needed for my 7070, so you are pretty safe. There are some that I still want, but I can't dilute my half cent budget. While half cents are more affordable, the project is costing more than I originally budgeted. So, if you kindly stay away from the half cents, I will return the favor on large cents... deal?
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
Welcome. I have learned so much from everyone here!
I do agree that half cents offer very nice value for the money. Do you have any Colonial coppers?
"You can't get just one gun." "You can't get just one tattoo." "You can't get just one 1796 Draped Bust Large Cent."
No sir, I don't have any at all. I would love to eventually get one. I guess I would start with the Massachusetts Half Cent. But, I think they are all very cool!
There are just so many awesome coins that I love, and not enough funds to buy them. That said, I will have to put colonials on my roadmap. I like them too much to not own (at least) one.
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
Welcome to the forum.
By the likes left on your thread, you will fit in nicely here.
Don’t be a stranger.
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
I would like to offer a late welcome as well!
I am enjoying seeing and participating in your half cent attribution post; as I know you have surmised by now I bring examples to show from the "Dark Side"
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@burfle23 - and I am loving the work. Thanks for all of it! I am a beginner, so all the practice I can get makes me better!
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
Glad you’re here. Most of us should admit we have much to learn in this deep hobby and I include myself in the “most”. It’s great you’re focusing on a series where your knowledge & research will reward you.
Welcome!
Thanks @Catbert for the kind words. Glad to be here. I am having lots of fun, and learning a lot. Also, thanks for contributing to my half cent thread. I appreciate it.
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.