Something I noticed on why the Dark side is better than the light side, why do you think it's better

mrpaseo

I noticed when searching for light side coin, it's all about grade/condition.

However, when searching for dark side, it's the art and history that become prominent in the search, second to condition and grade.

That feels refreshing.

Why do you think the dark side is better than the light side?

Ray

theboz11

Cause there ain't a lot of Big Cats, BBL's or cars on Lightside coins.

ccrdragon

Much more interesting designs and more history. Also, for the most part, one heck of a lot cheaper (even in the really high grades).

boz

Not as much plastic

Fairlaneman

No Dead presidents but there are..........

Variety does it for me.

Ken

boz

Another thing.
No pissin'/moanin'/arguin'/fightin' and on and on and on.
The folks here are congenial, unlike the other side.
More rarity, lower prices, and more interesting coins in "the Dark"

AuldFartte

Darkside coins are, for the most part, IMO, less expensive than similar grade liteside stuff, they are primarily more beautiful coins than most liteside ones, the history behind the coins is more fascinating, and there's a lot more of them to keep me interested.

Darkside forum ... well, the people here are a heckuva lot friendlier, and less judgemental than many litesiders, and they are much more willing to educate rather than berate.

1jester

This thread has tons of potential!!!

Welcome all new Darksiders!!!

grip

Darkside forum ... well, the people here are a heckuva lot friendlier, and less judgemental than many litesiders, and they are much more willing to educate rather than berate. >>

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Neptune

Darkside forum ... well, the people here are a heckuva lot friendlier, and less judgemental than many litesiders, and they are much more willing to educate rather than berate.

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Sylvestius

This is the best general Darkside forum on the internet, no doubts about it.

Luvdawgs

All of the above, PLUS the people on the Darkside seem to be more well-rounded, accepting, and open minded than a few of the people I've met on other forums.

coinrookie

The coins are more varied and you do get more bang for your your buck. The folks on the lite-side have always been most gracious to me as have the dark-siders. But the lite-side does tend to go on some tangents and go on some harangues about some pretty lame subjects.

Steve

PuddlePirate

I prefer the darkside forum to the lightside forum. The mentality is TOTALLY different. The coins here are about beauty, history and while grades to play a role the grades do not make the coin. Also I have yet to see any of the "ugliness" on this forum that you see on the other, no personal attacks, no threats of lawsuits, no endless meandering discussions on AT vs NT.
Here coins are FUN and not all about $$$

rhound1977

with everyone not much else to add.....

ozzysdad

<< <i>Another thing.
No pissin'/moanin'/arguin'/fightin' and on and on and on.
The folks here are congenial, unlike the other side.
More rarity, lower prices, and more interesting coins in "the Dark" >>

Ahmen, What you said..... I was thinking it as well,
definitelty a shortage of "Bungholio's, Darksiders are not only nicer, but far more considerate. you alway's get direct answer's and learning experience's Better to be a Darksider than a-Lonesider.....

windwhispersintrees

Affordable.
More variety.

Given those two factors, how can one possibly be rigidly judgmental as in the "must have coin 'x' to complete my set" mindset? Instead of getting anxious about spending big money on key coin, Darksiders can relax and buy four or five nice coins for the same money.

You tend to be broadminded on the Darkside (ooooh yeaaah); if you get turned off by one series/country, then there's always another to catch your interest.

a2labmom

<< <i>PLUS the people on the Darkside seem to be more well-rounded >>


Just what exactly are you saying about all of us, Susan? I know I need to go on a diet, but...

But seriously, I agrree with what everybody is saying. The darkside holds much more interest to me because of the sheer beauty and history behind the coins. I also like chatting with all these well-rounded folks.

JoesMaName

There are many reasons I collect Dark side here’s my top 5:
#5 - Can often be acquired at or near bullion prices (for gold and silver issues)
#4 – I don’t think there is as much speculation built into current prices.
#3 - Variety, Variety, Variety
#2 - The challenge of building a collection of beautiful coins – isn’t centered on, or restricted by, price.
#1 – Hundreds, even thousands of years of world history is preserved and presented in metallurgical artistry - at prices the common man can afford.

ClausUrch

Where else can you collect a series set of the late 1600's by date and not mortgage your house!

German States (Trier)
Petermenger
1667 - 1676










If anyone knows where I can get a 1669,1672,1674 and 1676 in Fine or better to complete my set, Let me know!

coinkat

very cool coins Claus... I like those and I agree that many of the German States coinage from this time are under appreciated and not all that common.

BTW, nice pictures too

Askari

All of the above!!

DennisH

People are friendlier!

wybrit

I have pretty much the same observations as above.

This forum has some very knowledgeable folks. The answers to most questions come from all directions in record time.