Did I Promise These Coins To You?
Cladiator
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I'm embarrassed and saddened to say my collection has been considerably downsized. My wife of 16 years decided to divorce me late last year and it has finalized recently. As part of the judgement 75% of my coin collection has been awarded to her. Along with 100% of my silver and gold bullion collection.
Over the years I've committed to offering first right of refusal on several of my coins to a handful of you. During the chaos of the past few months the document where I had recorded whom I was supposed to offer what, if/when I sold, has disappeared. I have no idea what my wife intends to do with these items. All I can say is that our LCS's are Big Oak Coins (Jack Beymer's shop, now owned by Seth of Witter) and Rinkor Rare Coins. I can only assume those shops would have the best chance of getting them if they end up being sold.
If any of the items below were promised to any of you, I guess you could keep an eye on the websites of those two shops and maybe you'll see them in their inventory one day? Who knows. I don't and I'm sorry.
Lincoln 1¢ 1914 D VF35 PCGS CAC 44970411
2¢ 1872 P AU58 PCGS 28537930
Buffao 5¢ 1913 D VF20 PCGS 46444551
Buffalo 5¢ 1914 S XF40 PCGS CAC 30621322
Buffalo 5¢ 1914 D XF45 PCGS CAC 13636156
Buffalo 5¢ 1915 D VF30 PCGS CAC 10630634
Buffalo 5¢ 1917 S VF25 PCGS 46674738
Buffalo 5¢ 1919 D XF45 PCGS CAC 46421332
Buffalo 5¢ 1920 D VF20 PCGS 43874449
Buffalo 5¢ 1920 S VF30 PCGS 46277412
Buffalo 5¢ 1921 S VG10 PCGS 45099521
Buffalo 5¢ 1923 S VF30 PCGS CAC 46421334
Buffalo 5¢ 1924 S VF30 PCGS 42628968
Buffalo 5¢ 1924 D VF25 PCGS 45964585
Buffalo 5¢ 1926 S VF30 PCGS 46495778
Buffalo 5¢ 1927 D VF30 PCGS 45886471
Buffalo 5¢ 1928 D VF30 PCGS 45886472
Buffalo 5¢ 1930 S VF20 PCGS 43796802
Buffalo 5¢ 1935 P VF20 PCGS 44602799
Capped Bust H10¢ 1830 P AU53 PCGS CAC 28624113
Capped Bust H10¢ 1830 P AU53 PCGS 34925401
Capped Bust H10¢ 1831 P AU58 PCGS CAC 24435075
Capped Bust H10¢ 1832 P AU58 PCGS 46106498
Capped Bust H10¢ 1833 P AU58 PCGS 4321173
Capped Bust H10¢ 1835 P AU50 PCGS 44824478
Capped Bust H10¢ 1835 P AU50 PCGS 46518657
Capped Bust H10¢ 1835 P AU50 PCGS 13730277
Capped Bust H10¢ 1835 P AU53 PCGS 83089648
Capped Bust H10¢ 1836 P AU53 PCGS 40719823
Capped Bust H10¢ 1836 P AU50 PCGS 44693633
Capped Bust H10¢ 1837 P AU58 PCGS 33620096
Seated Liberty H10¢ 1846 P XF45 PCGS 43373161
Seated Liberty H10¢ 1857 P AU58 PCGS 36214024
Shield 5¢ 1880 P G06 PCGS 35669749
Barber 25¢ 1896 S F12 PCGS CAC 45225882
Barber 25¢ 1896 S VG08 PCGS CAC 9567706
Capped Bust 50¢ 1815 P VF20 PCGS CAC 29702766
Draped Bust $1 1799 P VG10 PCGS 43144223
Morgan $1 1889 CC VG10 PCGS 44396256
Eisenhower $1 1971 S MS67 PCGS 81714854
Eisenhower $1 1971 S PR69DCAM PCGS 11928641
Eisenhower $1 1972 S PR70DCAM PCGS 45416616
Eisenhower $1 1973 S MS68 PCGS 47096155
Eisenhower $1 1973 S PR69DCAM PCGS 40552778
Eisenhower $1 1974 S MS68 PCGS 46974163
Eisenhower $1 1974 S PR69DCAM PCGS 40519739
Eisenhower $1 1976 S PR69DCAM PCGS 11770048
Eisenhower $1 1972 P MS64 PCGS 4638409
Eisenhower $1 1972 S MS67 PCGS 1444742
Eisenhower $1 1973 S MS67 PCGS 4648230
Eisenhower $1 1974 S MS67 PCGS 1461507
Eisenhower $1 1978 D MS64 PCGS 5355907
Eisenhower $1 1972 S MS67 ANACS LP2286
Eisenhower $1 1972 S MS67 ANACS 571364
Eisenhower $1 1972 S MS67 ANACS 361217
Eisenhower $1 1973 S MS67 ANACS 2341228
Eisenhower $1 1974 S MS67 ANACS 593517
Eisenhower $1 1974 S MS67 ANACS 1261075
Eisenhower $1 1976 S MS66 ANACS 211441
American Eagle $1 2001 P Gem Unc PCGS N/A (9/11 WTC recovery coin)
Liberty $20 1856 S XF40 PCGS 14698443
Liberty $20 1857 S XF45 PCGS 45484083
Liberty $20 1858 S VF25 PCGS 83151437
Liberty $20 1859 S VF35 PCGS 46518653
Liberty $20 1860 S VF30 PCGS 20730960
Liberty $20 1861 S XF45 PCGS 43870804
Liberty $20 1863 S VF25 PCGS 46518654
Liberty $20 1865 S XF45 PCGS 81988487
Spain 4 Reale 1791 M F12 PCGS 28356695
France 5 Franc 1873 A MS65+ PCGS 83559708
France 2 Franc 1919 ? MS63 PCGS 44659264
Germany 5 Mark 1930 D MS65 PCGS 37837547
England 1 Penny 1793 Soho AU55 PCGS 21497877
England $1 1908 B MS63 PCGS 46773850
Rome Bi Nummus 327 T MS 5/5 5/5 NGC 5767882-061
Comments
Sorry to hear about your divorce and unfortunate loss of much of your collection.
I hope you are able to find a vibrant new future ahead, both in life and in collecting.
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Very sorry to hear this unfortunate news, I hope that things improve for you in the future.
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That’s just awful! I am so sorry to hear about this. Certain Women (and men for that matter) can do a 180° turn without any warning. It’s dangerous out there when with the wrong person. It is my sincere hope that you come back even better and stronger than before.
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@Cladiator
I know this is a rough time for you but there is light at the end of the tunnel. I've been through 2 divorices, the 1st one she got half and 20 years later the 2nd one got half.
You will get past this trust me
Mike
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Sorry to hear this. I hope you make it through all of these difficulties at peace and happier in the future.
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Geez I am sorry you had to go threw such a mess my advice is buy a pet if you do not have one already (the love they give you is amazing) and enjoy your hobbies moving forward. Single life for me is simply peace it is worth it!!! I would never exchange that peace ever again.
Any chance you can buy them back from her directly or ask where they will be sold by her? I imagine she is not a collector so she would prefer money that may be your chance to buy them all back from her before she sells them off. Unless she is not that type of ex wife then all bets are off and it may take you time to assemble some of them back.
Keep your head up and stay strong you will be OK over time. Like I said pets are truly the best partners in this day and age.
That's painful to read. Likely, the money wasn't important in this matter, but was just a stand-in for something else. It's a bit hollow for me to write, but I would suggest to attempt to move on and live your life to the best going forward.
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The only good news, is at least the three dealers you mentioned are all very fair if she goes there.
Sorry to hear about your divorce, unfortunately I have been down that road as well. One thing I can say is things get better as time passes.
I hope the disproportionate share of coins going to your wife means you were able to retain other valuable assets (such as real estate).
Sorry to hear the news.
If it were me I might make a few last minute additions to the bullion stash before turning it over to her. Some bargain-basement "bullion" from China might make for some eventful encounters for her when she goes to sell it.
Very sorry for your unfortunate situation. I myself went through this back in 2009. What seemed to be something that she could care less about really peaked her interest when it came time to part ways. Keep in mind, I had most of my collection intact before we even met.
Wishing you well on your new journeys,,
Sorry to hear the news. My 19th anniversary is tomorrow and its scary to think that something like this could happen.
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Sorry to hear about everything. Hope you re-group and have a good re-build.
I am very sorry and shocked to hear that. That’s an outrage they would award her 75pct of it. I always saw RCI as a financial privacy investment but that pops that bubble. Good luck moving forward.
Now I realize why some collectors do not want the wife to know what they bought.
Best to keep some stuff to ourselves in life some people can turn on you on a dime. It can be crazy out there there is no doubt about it as you get older the more and more you see things happen to others (and yourself) you learn to protect yourself as much as possible. Sadly that is life. Not all people are bad/evil but some are simple as that and you have to learn to adapt and avoid such people if possible. Otherwise these type of people can take you down with no remorse whatsoever.
Sorry to hear this news. The advice about getting a pet if you don't have one already is good advice. Believe me, better times are ahead. Good luck and best wishes as you start a new life.
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Marriage is the chief cause of divorce, and as a lifetime single, not worth it. Saddened to hear of the loss of much of your collection. I am on my second pet, a Shihpoo, he replaced a Pomeranian I had for over 18 years. They are far superior to any spouse.
For you future divorcees. Next time ask the judge for 75% of her hats,shoes, and pocketbooks. Hit her where it hurts.😆
@Cladiator
So sorry to hear. These things are rough on people, but as others have said, you’ll get past it.
For those suggesting that it’s a good idea to try to hide assets in a divorce situation….. let’s just say judges have been around the block before and they can sniff that sort of thing out from a mile away. Get caught and it will not end well for you.
Sorry to hear of your unfortunate circumstance. The best thing to do is to just move on. I know it is easier said than done, but what's done is done and nothing can be done to change that.
Good luck going forward in your life and collecting.
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Another reason to not getting married in this day and age.
Throw a coin enough times, and suppose one day it lands on its edge.
Congrats! I know it’s tough but it’s gonna get a lot better real soon.
When my first wife left I gave her everything, anything that will facilitate her going through that door faster and no memories left behind the better. Of course I was a lot younger and she was fricking crazy but if it happened again now it would prolly be the same but I would frequent more the grocery store than the bars. 😁
Don't worry. Her lawyer will find out.
This may sound like playing dirty but you could give her anything that she may have to pay taxes on, when she sells. It's probably too late for that, just an evil thought.
Sorry Clad, things will get better in time.
Nothing to be embarrassed of... saddened for sure. Wow, 75% and 100% are quite large numbers. We've got over 41 together and can't contemplate the disruption in your life this caused far beyond your collection. Good luck, hopefully once things have settled down you can have the opportunity to enjoy the hobby again.
Mark
Well, I assume you're not gonna miss HER, but let's all shed a tear for the great coins you're missing!
If you ever want to blow off some steam, you got my number, bro.
You know the one I want, and lucky for both of us that you still own it! Now I just have to be alive when you decide to sell that one. heheheh
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I let out an audible Ughhhhh reading this,
Sorry to hear about this, and appreciate the tough bit of communication
It's all about what the people want...
You've always been a great contributor here and I hope that you continue your interest in the hobby. It happens to many of us, and it's regrettable the way that it sometimes turns out. Keep your chin up. You've got a lot of friends here that you've never met in person, but friends just the same.
I knew it would happen.
That’s because they only do it to try to hurt you more…
And for the $$$…
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
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Time to be the Cladiator again!
Time to rebuild forever again!
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I'm sorry to hear this, and I wish you a quick rebound. Not just in your collection, but in all aspects of life.
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