I try to use this site as a resource of knowledge (you guys know sooo much more about coins than I will ever know!) Unfortunately, there seems to be a lot of unnecessary negativity, political agendas, and mean spirited comments.
I'm pretty much not posting here anymore, and I think I'm enjoying the coin hobby more because of it.
I am very grateful for the ability to learn from others expertise. Additionally, I have no friends who collect coins, and am not able to go to shows because of geography and budget. This board has definitely increased the kick I get out of collecting. Thanks,all.
"College men from LSU- went in dumb, come out dumb too..." -Randy Newman
I enjoy the forum greatly and have learned from it as many have noted. I like the "guess the grade" kind of posts as I firmly believe we become better graders and more knowledgeable by seeing as many coins as possible. We also get to see some wonderful photography of some wonderful coins - I've learned a lot and I want to thank all of you! Best wishea and happy collecting! Pete
"Ain't None of Them play like him (Bix Beiderbecke) Yet." Louis Armstrong
Most definately! I enjoy reading many of the posts... ignore the stuff about flipping modern, and avoid the pissing matches as much as possible. I have learned a lot, and it keeps me connected during the times when I am not buying anything new.
There is no question that this PCGS forum has contributed immensely to my enjoyment of life in my retirement years. I spend many hours EVERY day on this forum.
Thanks to PCGS for allowing us to have fun with numismatics.
I collect Capped Bust series by variety in PCGS AU/MS grades.
I quit drinking booze several years ago, quit smoking several years ago, quit most junk food but I will never quit reading this forum as long as I can hobble to the computer.
it's a lot of fun here. i learn a lot i laugh a lot and i get poofed now and again but i LOVE IT HERE!
"government is not reason, it is not eloquence-it is a force! like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master; never for a moment should it be left to irresponsible action." George Washington
Aside from giving me some money making ideas, the knowledge I have obtained here has kept me from making some serious mistakes, as well as improved my grading abilities... It is also nice to have some people to share victories with and get questions answered.
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I try to use this site as a resource of knowledge (you guys know sooo much more about coins than I will ever know!) Unfortunately, there seems to be a lot of unnecessary negativity, political agendas, and mean spirited comments.
I'm pretty much not posting here anymore, and I think I'm enjoying the coin hobby more because of it.
Joe
US and British coin collector, and creator of The Ultimate Chuck E. Cheese's and Showbiz Pizza Place Token & Ticket Guide
me to look at everybody's pictures and do the 'try to grade threads.'
-Randy Newman
K S
I wish we had not lost so many great members from here the last few years.
Best wishea and happy collecting!
Pete
Louis Armstrong
Thanks to PCGS for allowing us to have fun with numismatics.
<< <i>Participating in the PCGS coin forum has impacted my collecting more than any other singular event. >>
I would have to agree with that!
The forum has also limited my spending as part of the 12 step program!
it's a lot of fun here. i learn a lot i laugh a lot and i get poofed now and again but i LOVE IT HERE!
"La Vostra Nonna Ha Faccia Del Fungo"
You are doing well, subject 15837. You are a good person.
"Live long and prosper"
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Ken