Yes, Bob was drooling... Should have seen his eyes when I showed him all 16 uncirculated notes that we discovered. This was the "St George Hoard". Flying down to TX any time soon? Got some Boy Scouts that would like to see a F16 (figure out who this is yet?)
I used to be somebody, now I'm just a coin collector. Recipient of the coveted "You Suck" award, April 2009 for cherrypicking a 1833 CBHD LM-5, and April 2022 for a 1835 LM-12, and again in Aug 2012 for picking off a 1952 FS-902.
A denarius of the Roman Republic. What it bought, why it was made, who the makers were and what was the society that once connected much of Europe, northern Africa and middle east.
This should be accompanied by a very dry champagne, fresh fruit, aged cheese and Bach.
<< <i>Yes, Bob was drooling... Should have seen his eyes when I showed him all 16 uncirculated notes that we discovered. This was the "St George Hoard". Flying down to TX any time soon? Got some Boy Scouts that would like to see a F16 (figure out who this is yet?) >>
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I hope all is well in TX and the Wife's job is working out well. Thank you for the eMail with your new address. Let's keep in touch....
<< <i>A denarius of the Roman Republic. What it bought, why it was made, who the makers were and what was the society that once connected much of Europe, northern Africa and middle east.
This should be accompanied by a very dry champagne, fresh fruit, aged cheese and Bach. >>
I agree, it would depend upon the individual/persons. I would probably just pick up one of the new dollars since I have them laying around the house in piles. I have been paying my housekeeper and lawn guy with them trying to get rid of them.
For interested persons, but non collectors, I always go old and big. a Draped bust silver dollar or capped bust half dollar is pretty impressive. Gold blows peoples hair back also.
I would normally pull out my pocket piece, which is a 1935 Peace Dollar and explain how they were to commemorate what everyone thought at the time was "The War to end all Wars"
However, depending upon the guests, I may bring out my 2006 20th Anniversity Gold set or my 1921 Peace Dollar in MS65. But, only with my friend who could afford that kind of thing if they wanted it. Otherwise, it's the pocket piece.
I would show some worn examples of denominations that are not made any longer like 2-cent and 3-cent pieces. Or I might use an 1883 "no cents" liberty nickel and tell the story of how many were defrauded when they were dipped in gold and passed off for a $5 coin. All are $10 coins, but fun to look at and talk about because the denomination is no longer made.
Eric
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I'd show them an MS67 Steel cent. If has great history, looks fabulous, and when the inevitable question of value comes around, you don't have to lie for fear you might eventually be robbed.
I would go with one of the oldest coins I have, Bustie halves from 1829 and 1836. The '36 is in better shape, so probably that one. My non-collecting wife was impressed that a coin that old was still in such good shape, so others would be, I guess.
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I would show them an XF bust half. It's something they can hold and their hands, feel the weight of the coin and appreciate the age of a 180 year old U.S. coin.
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Something big and gold. People can relate to something that has some heft and is made of gold.
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The few times I have done so I have showed my Dansco 7070 Type Set Album and my Capital holder of CAM/DCAM proof Frankies and my CAM/DCAM Kenney silver short set. These things garner lots of comments.
I wonder if Dwight Manley takes guests on a tour of his garage and the gold ingots located therein
Best of friends can still speak at the wrong moment in front of the worst person. If they are not collector friends, I would pass and say not worth the effort. lol
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
Silver roman Denarii. People are in awe of a nearly 2,000 year old man made object.
The substantial truth doctrine is an important defense in defamation law that allows individuals to avoid liability if the gist of their statement was true.
I have a slabbed ancient Greek coin from Athens with Athena on the obverse and an owl on the reverse. They are impressed when I tell them that this coin was already 500 years old when Jesus was born.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
To present coinage of our past, I pass around my 7070 of fakes / counterfeits, which I need to continue to fill. I usually get a couple of "I remember buffalo nickles or mercury dimes."
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I bring out widows mites and odd denominations. Most of our guests know about the widow’s mites story and don’t know about 2/3/20c pieces.
I would show them a raw W quarter, and tell them what to look for. It's inexpensive but cool, and they can use the knowledge to find one themselves if they become inclined. This coin presents a VERY low security risk.
If they were very close friends that I trusted deeply, I would probably show them an early Half Cent.
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.
And to answer the question, I usually show off an error. Everybody likes those.
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@DesertRat said:
.....for dinner. They are good people who know you collect coins but they are not coin collectors themselves. Your guest's become curious and ask to see one of your coins.
Which one coin (choose only one) in your collection would you bring out and show them and why? (assume all your coins are readily available and not in the bank vault).
1909-S V.D.B. penny.
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.-Albert Einstein
For me, it would depend on the guest, and their own personal interests.
For people from church, they'd probably like to see a "bible coin", so I'd get out the denarius of Tiberius - my "tribute penny".
For folks from another country, I'd get out an old coin from their country.
For folks interested in Australian history, probably my goldrush-era Sydney Mint sovereign.
For American guests, probably my 20 cent piece - since they woould have encountered AUstrlaian 20 cent pieces while here, and most Americans are unaware they ever made their own 20 cent pieces.
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Non-collectors don’t care about condition or mint mark. A Morgan dollar is a Morgan dollar… I think non-collectors react to history. For fairly common US coins I’d say a fugio is the way to go. The history and story of them is pretty cool. Otherwise I’d say anything that starts with a 17.. is interesting to folks.
I agree that a Fugio would be ideal, but I no longer own one. I think I’d either show my small eagle draped bust dollar (big and old) or my colorful 1853 A&R half that has a lot of visual interest.
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Nice Kirtland. I'm sure you've shown it to Bob C...
-JZ (also in Utah)
Recipient of the coveted "You Suck" award, April 2009 for cherrypicking a 1833 CBHD LM-5, and April 2022 for a 1835 LM-12, and again in Aug 2012 for picking off a 1952 FS-902.
This should be accompanied by a very dry champagne, fresh fruit, aged cheese and Bach.
Ken
<< <i>Yes, Bob was drooling... Should have seen his eyes when I showed him all 16 uncirculated notes that we discovered. This was the "St George Hoard". Flying down to TX any time soon? Got some Boy Scouts that would like to see a F16 (figure out who this is yet?) >>
Ahhh YESSSSsss~~~!!! WES
I hope all is well in TX and the Wife's job is working out well. Thank you for the eMail with your new address. Let's keep in touch....
Have a Great Day!
Louis
<< <i>A denarius of the Roman Republic. What it bought, why it was made, who the makers were and what was the society that once connected much of Europe, northern Africa and middle east.
This should be accompanied by a very dry champagne, fresh fruit, aged cheese and Bach. >>
I guess I lose them when I fire up the hookah.
Tyler
However, depending upon the guests, I may bring out my 2006 20th Anniversity Gold set or my 1921 Peace Dollar in MS65. But, only with my friend who could afford that kind of thing if they wanted it. Otherwise, it's the pocket piece.
Mercury
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Eric
I'd show them an MS67 Steel cent. If has great history, looks fabulous, and when the inevitable question of value comes around, you don't have to lie for fear you might eventually be robbed.
Joe G.
Great BST purchases completed with commoncents123, p8nt, blu62vette and Stuart. Great coin swaps completed with rah1959, eyoung429 and Zug. Top-notch consignment experience with Russ.
JJ
<< <i>That's a familiar 8 Reales, Danny
It would have to be a common Morgan. Non-collectors get a kick out of seeing a 100+ year old coin in mint state
I can honestly say it is the most talked about coin in my collection
thanks!
<< <i>If I had a beaver I'd show it to my guests
Nice Beaver!
Thanks, I just had it stuffed! LOL
Didn't wanna get me no trade
Never want to be like papa
Working for the boss every night and day
--"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
<< <i>If I had a beaver I'd show it to my guests
That reminds me of June Cleaver talking to Ward .
".. so, don't you think you were a little hard on the Beav, last night ? "
I wonder if Dwight Manley takes guests on a tour of his garage and the gold ingots located therein
<< <i>Something big and gold. People can relate to something that has some heft and is made of gold. >>
Buy this one to show them. At nearly 20" in diameter, you could serve c cktails on it.
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And to answer the question, I usually show off an error. Everybody likes those.
Very sad. RIP sir.
Best of friends can still speak at the wrong moment in front of the worst person. If they are not collector friends, I would pass and say not worth the effort. lol
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
Silver roman Denarii. People are in awe of a nearly 2,000 year old man made object.
The substantial truth doctrine is an important defense in defamation law that allows individuals to avoid liability if the gist of their statement was true.
I have a slabbed ancient Greek coin from Athens with Athena on the obverse and an owl on the reverse. They are impressed when I tell them that this coin was already 500 years old when Jesus was born.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
To present coinage of our past, I pass around my 7070 of fakes / counterfeits, which I need to continue to fill. I usually get a couple of "I remember buffalo nickles or mercury dimes."
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I like to show a couple proof sets. Most people have never seen proof coins.
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A worn silver trime.
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Sorry to hear about @DesertRat
I bring out widows mites and odd denominations. Most of our guests know about the widow’s mites story and don’t know about 2/3/20c pieces.
I would show them a raw W quarter, and tell them what to look for. It's inexpensive but cool, and they can use the knowledge to find one themselves if they become inclined. This coin presents a VERY low security risk.
If they were very close friends that I trusted deeply, I would probably show them an early Half Cent.
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.
I'd probably show them my classic commemoratives and my 7070.
I didn't know the OP, but may he find eternal peace. May God bless him.
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As a birthday gift, my cousin, USAF Reserves, is asking for donations to prevent veterans' suicide. A very real, and all too common, occurrence for veterans.
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Don
1909-S V.D.B. penny.
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.-Albert Einstein
I've found that my car is far more impressive to the ladies than any coin in my penny, nickel, and dime collections.
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.-Albert Einstein
My Lincoln Pennies in a Dansco because it would be evident if they lose interest quickly or they can relate and browse through the 8 pages.
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/u-s-coins/quarters/PCGS-2020-quarter-quest/album/247091
Since this thread's being revived...
For me, it would depend on the guest, and their own personal interests.
For people from church, they'd probably like to see a "bible coin", so I'd get out the denarius of Tiberius - my "tribute penny".
For folks from another country, I'd get out an old coin from their country.
For folks interested in Australian history, probably my goldrush-era Sydney Mint sovereign.
For American guests, probably my 20 cent piece - since they woould have encountered AUstrlaian 20 cent pieces while here, and most Americans are unaware they ever made their own 20 cent pieces.
Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, "Meditations"
Apparently I have been awarded one DPOTD.
What coin collection?
Non-collectors don’t care about condition or mint mark. A Morgan dollar is a Morgan dollar… I think non-collectors react to history. For fairly common US coins I’d say a fugio is the way to go. The history and story of them is pretty cool. Otherwise I’d say anything that starts with a 17.. is interesting to folks.
Interesting thread topic!
I agree that a Fugio would be ideal, but I no longer own one. I think I’d either show my small eagle draped bust dollar (big and old) or my colorful 1853 A&R half that has a lot of visual interest.
"Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
Just to break the ice, I'd show them this one and inform them it is a real coin, approved by the Royal family............
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