I have given my grandson who will be 1 year old in December a 1954 mint set from each mint and a 1921 PCGS MS65. I told my son the when you think he's old enough give them to him. I want him to join the fun numismatics has to offer.
So point being sharing with friends and family is really a lot of fun.
Great thread Mark
Student of numismatics and collector of Morgan dollars
Successful BST transactions with: Namvet Justindan Mattniss RWW olah_in_MA
Dantheman984 Toyz4geo SurfinxHI greencopper RWW bigjpst bretsan MWallace logger7
I had to make the flip when my collection grew to an amount of my net worth that made me uncomfortable. Now my coin hobby only use money I don't care about. While it still has value, I am building slowly and if it became worthless I wouldn't care. It has freed me up to focus on the love of the hobby and let go of the investment side. Some might be able to do both but the more I think about money the less magic the artifact instills into me.
Keep an open mind... numismatically. Especially after you complete your first set. Let me explain... For me, there’s often a bit of a letdown after finishing a big set. A mix of pride in the accomplishment and emptiness in that the hunt is over. So... Now what?
My best advice is to embrace that pause instead of rushing to fill it. Use this time to explore. Research other areas of numismatics that might spark your curiosity. ..maybe study die varieties or errors within the set you just completed, or branch out into an entirely new series, denomination, or era. And most importantly, for a while, buy books instead of coins. Deepen your knowledge before jumping into your next pursuit. Read, learn, and plan your next collecting journey with intent. because the more you know, the more rewarding the hunt becomes and the more likely you'll stay in the hobby for the long term.
Edited to add: I finished my Middle Date Large Cent run some time ago and have been getting some of them certified. Part of the date run (1836-1839) coincides with historical events that are also captured numismatically... Hard Times Token and Counterstamped Tokens.
Collecting: Dansco 7070; Middle Date Large Cents (VF-AU); Box of 20;
I was always a happy, simple, proud and knowledgeable collector but a 0/10 first time CAC submission with no comments made me question a lifetime journey.
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The reaction isn't any different when you see the comments. on a 0/10 CAC submission.
Are you referring to mortgages or just credit card and auto loan debt?
Well, consumer debt, for sure. Most people are sort of stuck with a mortgage, at least for a good part of their lives. At the very least, it’s good to be aware of the true opportunity cost of purchasing non-essentials while making debt payments. I didn’t always do this, and it effectively makes the coins cost more than you think.
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Coin first, sticker(s) second…..
“The thrill of the hunt never gets old”
PCGS Registry: Screaming Eagles
Copperindian
Retired sets: Soaring Eagles
Copperindian
Nickelodeon
I have given my grandson who will be 1 year old in December a 1954 mint set from each mint and a 1921 PCGS MS65. I told my son the when you think he's old enough give them to him. I want him to join the fun numismatics has to offer.
So point being sharing with friends and family is really a lot of fun.
Great thread Mark
Student of numismatics and collector of Morgan dollars
Successful BST transactions with: Namvet Justindan Mattniss RWW olah_in_MA
Dantheman984 Toyz4geo SurfinxHI greencopper RWW bigjpst bretsan MWallace logger7
Shouldn't that be coin first, slab second, sticker third...
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My 1866 Philly Mint Set
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I had to make the flip when my collection grew to an amount of my net worth that made me uncomfortable. Now my coin hobby only use money I don't care about. While it still has value, I am building slowly and if it became worthless I wouldn't care. It has freed me up to focus on the love of the hobby and let go of the investment side. Some might be able to do both but the more I think about money the less magic the artifact instills into me.
11.5$ Southern Dollars, The little “Big Easy” set
Keep an open mind... numismatically. Especially after you complete your first set. Let me explain... For me, there’s often a bit of a letdown after finishing a big set. A mix of pride in the accomplishment and emptiness in that the hunt is over. So... Now what?
My best advice is to embrace that pause instead of rushing to fill it. Use this time to explore. Research other areas of numismatics that might spark your curiosity. ..maybe study die varieties or errors within the set you just completed, or branch out into an entirely new series, denomination, or era. And most importantly, for a while, buy books instead of coins. Deepen your knowledge before jumping into your next pursuit. Read, learn, and plan your next collecting journey with intent. because the more you know, the more rewarding the hunt becomes and the more likely you'll stay in the hobby for the long term.
Edited to add: I finished my Middle Date Large Cent run some time ago and have been getting some of them certified. Part of the date run (1836-1839) coincides with historical events that are also captured numismatically... Hard Times Token and Counterstamped Tokens.
Successful BST transactions with: SilverEagles92; Ahrensdad; Smitty; GregHansen; Lablade; Mercury10c; copperflopper; whatsup; KISHU1; scrapman1077, crispy, canadanz, smallchange, robkool, Mission16, ranshdow, ibzman350, Fallguy, Collectorcoins, SurfinxHI, jwitten, Walkerguy21D, dsessom.
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The reaction isn't any different when you see the comments. on a 0/10 CAC submission.
I like getting slabbed birth year coins of family, friends.
Are you referring to mortgages or just credit card and auto loan debt?
Well, consumer debt, for sure. Most people are sort of stuck with a mortgage, at least for a good part of their lives. At the very least, it’s good to be aware of the true opportunity cost of purchasing non-essentials while making debt payments. I didn’t always do this, and it effectively makes the coins cost more than you think.