The Three Rivers Collection will be available on Monday...

Longacre

It is with a heavy heart, and a lump in my throat, that I paste the email that I received, seconds ago, announcing the sale of the Three Rivers Collection of Southern Gold. I will be checking out Winter's site on Monday, no doubt as a weepy mess, as I view the end of a collecting era. Here is the email:

DWN TO SELL SELECTIONS FROM THE THREE RIVERS COLLECTION
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Douglas Winter Numismatics (www.raregoldcoins.com) is proud to announce that it has been chosen to sell selections from the Three Rivers Collection of United States coinage. The majority of the coins that DWN has been chosen to sell are branch mint half eagles that have been graded and encapsulated by PCGS.

The owner of this collection became interested in rare date gold coinage approximately five years ago. He decided to focus on two areas in his collection: affordable but choice, original examples of popular branch mint issues from Charlotte, Dahlonega and New Orleans plus a small core group of important issues with historic connections.

The coins in this collection were carefully selected by the owner for their originality. As he became more and more involved in numismatics, he quickly learned how scarce coins with original color and surfaces were and his quest was to find examples that were far above average for the grade.

Highlights of the Three Rivers Collection include the following:

A nearly complete set of Dahlonega half eagles with most of the coins in EF and AU grades. This includes affordable examples of such popular issues as the 1838-D and 1842-D Large Date as well as many other PCGS graded EF and AU examples that would be ideal for type collectors.


A small but select group of No Motto New Orleans half eagles featuring a superb PCGS AU53 1847-O (in an old green label holder), an AU58 1856-O (also in an old holder) and nice examples of the 1843-O Small Letters, 1855-O and 1857-O among others.


Miscellaneous rare gold coins including such desirable items as an 1865 Three Dollar in PCGS AU55, an 1808 half eagle graded AU58 by PCGS and an unusually choice PCGS VF35 1870-CC half eagle.

Coins in this collection range in price from under $1,000 to over $10,000 and truly include something for everyone.

The Three Rivers Collection will be posted on the DWN website (www.raregoldcoins.com) on Monday, September 24th at approximately 9 a.m. Pacific time. Please check our website as close to this time as possible to get an early shot at buying the coins that are of the greatest interest to you.

For more information on the Three Rivers Collection, please contact Doug Winter via email at dwn@ont.com.


Doug Winter
(503) 241-6056 office
(214) 675-9897 cell
email: dwn@ont.com
www.raregoldcoins.com

RYK

Ironically, I read about it here first. Really.

PrivateCoinCollector

So what will you be buying?

jdimmick

Robert,

You think you might could get a good deal on one of those from that there three rivers collection??

jim

PS: I dont know you arrangments, but good luck with the sale and dispersal!!!

Longacre

I see the collection will be offered raw-slabbed. Does anyone know when the FPG will be starting up? These coins seem like the perfect candidates for a FPG review.

IGWT

May the proceeds cover the final payment for the new kitchen.

RYK

<< <i>May the proceeds cover the final payment for the new kitchen. >>



LOL Everyday, a new bomb gets dropped. I feel like the Brits in WWII. Speaking of which, not only do we need granite countertops, I understand that we also need granite backsplashes. I asked my wife if we were building a kitchen or a bunker.

Barry

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<< <i>May the proceeds cover the final payment for the new kitchen. >>



LOL Everyday, a new bomb gets dropped. I feel like the Brits in WWII. Speaking of which, not only do we need granite countertops, I understand that we also need granite backsplashes. I asked my wife if we were building a kitchen or a bunker. >>



Assuming you have a basement, don't forget to get the floors reinforced first

Longacre

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<< <i>May the proceeds cover the final payment for the new kitchen. >>



LOL Everyday, a new bomb gets dropped. I feel like the Brits in WWII. Speaking of which, not only do we need granite countertops, I understand that we also need granite backsplashes. I asked my wife if we were building a kitchen or a bunker. >>




I'm a big fan of Corian. I don't want no stinkin' rocks in my kitchen.

CoinRaritiesOnline

Your kitchen will look funny unless you now order the granite floor, granite ceiling and granite appliances.

Designers call it the, "Fred Flintstone Look".

Cladiator

Don't forget the granite couch! Similar to the concrete couch that Bull had on Night Court.

RYK

You guys are killing me.

TomB

Barry brings up a good point. If you have a basement you should seriously consider having it finished to the same high standards as the kitchen so that your man-cave will not be outshown.

Barndog

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<< <i>May the proceeds cover the final payment for the new kitchen. >>



LOL Everyday, a new bomb gets dropped. I feel like the Brits in WWII. Speaking of which, not only do we need granite countertops, I understand that we also need granite backsplashes. I asked my wife if we were building a kitchen or a bunker. >>



really, you need Silestone, sold at Home Depot. Got it in the kitchen and it is very nice...better than granite in a few ways too. Price is quite comparable. Check it out.

And best of luck with the sale!

Tonelover

You will also need to shore up the foundation to make sure it can handle the added stress. That won't cost very much though so don't worry about it too much.

Longacre

Of course, if there is more weight on the kitchen floor, the walls might sag inward, putting pressure on the second floor. You might have to reinforce the second floor as well. Perhaps the remainder of the TRC should be sold to offset these unforeseen costs?

RYK

Guys, we have a first-rate contractor, architect, and engineer. I have no concerns about the structural stability of the remodeling gig. Thank you for your concern.

TomB

Of course, the price of copper is skyrocketing, too. Are you doing any plumbing? Might be a good time to hold the TRC II Sale on the BST.

coinlieutenant

Granite backsplashes are EXPENSIVE!!!

FatMan

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<< <i>May the proceeds cover the final payment for the new kitchen. >>



LOL Everyday, a new bomb gets dropped. I feel like the Brits in WWII. Speaking of which, not only do we need granite countertops, I understand that we also need granite backsplashes. I asked my wife if we were building a kitchen or a bunker. >>

Seriously, granite backsplashes are out. You need to have full decorative tile between the cabinets and the countertop. Anything less is simply out of date.

IGWT

Seriously, granite backsplashes are out. You need to have full decorative, hand-painted, Venetian ceramic tile between the cabinets and the countertop. Anything less is simply out of date.

supertooth

Robert---- It would appear that your wife is now embarking on her 5 year plan. Good luck with your sale. Don't worry the cycle will spin full turn in good time. Take care. Bob [supertooth]

Longacre

<< <i>Robert---- It would appear that your wife is now embarking on her 5 year plan. Good luck with your sale. Don't worry the cycle will spin full turn in good time. Take care. Bob [supertooth] >>




Tooth-- where have you been, man?

IGWT

Bob posts more frequently across the street.

Not to get back on topic or anything, but do you think that D. Winter has enough bandwidth (I'm just pretending to know what "bandwidth" means) to handle all the traffic that will hit his website on Monday?

fc

excellent! another dealer gets to make MORE money off the same
coins he sold last year!!!!

what a great hobby.

Longacre

<< <i>Bob posts more frequently across the street.

Not to get back on topic or anything, but do you think that D. Winter has enough bandwidth (I'm just pretending to know what "bandwidth" means) to handle all the traffic that will hit his website on Monday? >>




Maybe if I just keep pressing the refresh button all day, the site will lock up, and RYK will get to keep his coins and stay in the hobby.

GoldenEyeNumismatics

Looking forward to checking them out!

FatMan

<< <i>excellent! another dealer gets to make MORE money off the same
coins he sold last year!!!!

what a great hobby. >>

fc, I'm quite sure that RYK would have entertained a competitive offer from you. Too bad you didn't make one. You could have kept this travesty of a dealer making money from selling coins he had previously sold from happening.

mrearlygold

fc

fc, I'm quite sure that RYK would have entertained a competitive offer from you. Too bad you didn't make one. You could have kept this travesty of a dealer making money from selling coins he had previously sold from happening.

same goes for you fattie. i have a feeling very few of ryk's purchases
made money for him. i think only this certain dealer has a chance to
allow ryk to save face and allow the dealer to make a killing.

otherwise, maybe ryk thought he would take a hit on every coin
if he sold them at auction himself and cut out the dealers???

but ryk never mentioned how much he pays or anything like that.
i just assume.

edited to add: all i know is i am not buying coins that are over priced
from what they were 5 years ago. no thanks. many other half eagles
to pursue until this southern craze dies down.

Longacre

Damn, I wish I had a popcorn icon right now.

IGWT

I don't give these to just anybody:

Russ

Hey FC,

Post some of your coins so we can all share in the obvious joy you derive from this hobby.

Russ, NCNE

FatMan

<< <i>fc, I'm quite sure that RYK would have entertained a competitive offer from you. Too bad you didn't make one. You could have kept this travesty of a dealer making money from selling coins he had previously sold from happening.

same goes for you fattie. i have a feeling very few of ryk's purchases
made money for him. i think only this certain dealer has a chance to
allow ryk to save face and allow the dealer to make a killing.

otherwise, maybe ryk thought he would take a hit on every coin
if he sold them at auction himself and cut out the dealers???

but ryk never mentioned how much he pays or anything like that.
i just assume.

edited to add: all i know is i am not buying coins that are over priced
from what they were 5 years ago. no thanks. many other half eagles
to pursue until this southern craze dies down. >>

fc, it amazes me how you can say so much, and at the same time show how little you know. You just go ahead and continue buying those pieces that move with melt. You understand those coins and I have always preached, collect only what you understand.

Russ

<< <i>You understand that I have always preached, collect only what you understand. >>



This explains why he's never posted a coin.

Russ, NCNE

RYK

<< <i>Seriously, granite backsplashes are out. You need to have full decorative, hand-painted, Venetian ceramic tile between the cabinets and the countertop. Anything less is simply out of date. >>



Lou, you are not advising Mrs. RYK, are you. Perhaps she is employing your firm in exchange for decorating advice.

Seriously, granite backsplashes are out. You need to have full decorative tile between the cabinets and the countertop. Anything less is simply out of date.

FatMan, we have ceramic tile, too. I have no idea how we are cramming it all in.

same goes for you fattie.

fc, I can take the digs and shots, but I will not tolerate you calling my friend, "fattie"!

As for my financial performance goes, some coins made me money, some lost me money, some are break even. Overall, it's nearly break even. When you consider the dividend of fun and friendship, it was highly profitable. Interestingly, I have kept the coins that will net me the greatest gains, the most illiquid, and the ones that I am buried deepest in. I appreciate your concern.

Manorcourtman

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<< <i>You understand that I have always preached, collect only what you understand. >>



This explains why he's never posted a coin.

Russ, NCNE >>



Ditto, another internet Bully/Know it all at his lowest.

dwssws

<< <i>Damn, I wish I had a popcorn icon right now. >>



maybe RYK will have them carved into his new granite backsplashes and send you pics that you could post in the times that you need the icon

fc

buying those pieces that move with melt.


it appears southern gold has risen right along with the price of gold
the last years. just many times more then its intrinsic value. buying
coins close to melt that are appealing to me sounds like a good way
to go.

collect only what you understand

I guess ryk did not understand because he is selling most everything
he bought in the last few years? I fully understand and have left
that sector of half eagles alone. I cannot afford the pieces i would
like to own AND hang on to them long term. hm. So why get into it?

It seems i fully understand.

fc, I can take the digs and shots, but I will not tolerate you calling my friend, "fattie"!

hm. i did not think stretching fatman to fattie was a huge insult...
just a play on his nickname. sorry to upset you. just sorta ironic
you know?

Overall, it's nearly break even

That is good news! I just do not wish to participate at current levels.
Spending 2500 on a coin that has more available then some P and S
dates seems foolish when it is currently in vouge for original pieces.

I really thought you were going to hang onto them long term...
I have always thought that most of the coins you buy, you were never going to sell them for what you paid.

i guess your relationship with your dealer worked out in this case.
lucky the demand is still there for your area of interest.

ex-ryk coin



i consider this a wise purchase. quite rare and nicely priced.

Russ

FC,

Is that a staple scratch running diagonally across the left side of the obverse?

Russ, NCNE

fc

on the plastic, thank god. ryk would have never bought a stapled
scratched coin ;-)

Russ

That's good. Too bad it's so ugly, though.

Russ, NCNE

fc

heh!

edited to add: i always did like your sense of humor russ! :-D

jabba

To bad its going to get broken up

WorldTypeSet

I'm a big fan of Corian. I don't want no stinkin' rocks in my kitchen.

Though I never expected it, granite is quite a bit less expensive than Corian up here in Canada. Maybe half the price.

BigE

Selling all the gold may relieve some pressure on the foundation, just watch out when you roll the sub-zero in that the house doesn't tip over on its side--------------------------BigE

MacCrimmon

Forget granite, RYK. You need to get Cambria countertops.



Check out the 'coolers' on the right.

RYK

Mac,

Sweet kitchen. I don't know about the counters but love the ceramic tile and that humongous frig.

BigE,

Thanks for the tip re: the Subzero. I have not had the pleasure of meeting you in person, but those who have met me can vouch for the fact that I am not built for moving Subs'; I'll leave that to the burly guys who deliver them.

fc,

I thought I would hang on to them longer, too, but plans, priorities, and interests change. I am half as interested in my coin collection as I was a year ago, and, as a result, I am selling about half the collection. It makes sense to me.

BigE

RYK, I went through 3 sub-zero's before they finally delivered one that was not dented, always inspect the boxes for damage when you get anything delivered as it may be an indicator of what the item has been through----------------BigE

Bajajim

<< <i>Guys, we have a first-rate contractor, architect, and engineer. I have no concerns about the structural stability of the remodeling gig. Thank you for your concern. >>



Well, don't forget you have a construction lawyer buddy here on the forum

pmac

I thought I'd bring this thread up to today (Monday) so that others could find the "RYK" auction. Good luck to you RYK in your auction.