A BIG thanks goes out to Curly... UPDATE!

renomedphys · July 10, 2009 1:10AM

For the latest three additions to my set of MPLs. Every single coin a masterpiece, and a testament to originality, which has become the hallmark of my collection. First came the blazing fireball PR67RB 1910, and last night came the prettiest PR66RB 1911, and another red-hot PR67RB 1913. Having reached what I set out to accomplish over a year ago, I have decided to bring back its original name, "Matt's Mattes". And I think it's worth adding that 5 of these nine coins still reside in coveted "Old Green Holders", and yet three more reside appreciably in "Seven Digit Blues".

So here it is, debuting for the first time in its entirety:

Matt's Mattes

PR65RB - OGH

PR66RB - OGH

PR67RB - OGH

PR66RB - SDB (CAC)

PR66RB - OGH

PR67RB - SDB (CAC)

PR66BN - The lone recently graded coin!

PR66RB - SDB (CAC)

PR66RB - OGH

robec · July 10, 2009 1:24AM

Congratulations Matt. You got still more stunners. I know Jack will be very pleased with your former 1913, a stunner in it's own right. You both did well.

curly · July 10, 2009 1:35AM

Glad you like them brother, A deal that worked out for everyone. Mrs curly asked me what her end of the deal would be. I was so excited I couldn't hold back. I told her she was getting a brand new dove tail jig. She was so appreciative that she got tears in her eyes and hasn't said a word since. Bless her heart. Lord, I do love that old woman.

renomedphys · July 10, 2009 2:01AM

Never underestimate the true "manliness" involved in cultivating the ability to really please a woman. We should all be taking notes here. Jack, you are a man among men.

robec · July 10, 2009 2:24AM

<< I told her she was getting a brand new dove tail jig. She was so appreciative that she got tears in her eyes and hasn't said a word since. >>

She's probably trying to figure out how to make a nice new rolling pin Jack. Watch out when they're not talking, it's not natural.

curly · July 10, 2009 2:35AM

<< 

<< She's probably trying to figure out how to make a nice new rolling pin Jack. Watch out when they're not talking, it's not natural.

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I gotta tell ya bro, that old woman has a good eye, lightning speed and amazing accuracy.

One day, she told me she was going to introduce me to Mr. Thunder. About the time I decided that I didn't like that Mr. Thunder fella very much, she introduced me to... Mr. Lightning!

I hate it when the neighbors start hollering out to one another...CURLYS' DOWN AGAIN!

lasvegasteddy · July 10, 2009 2:51AM

amazing set there

BWRC · July 10, 2009 3:15AM

Congrats Matt,

Your set is super nice! Lots of "OHG" and screams with originality, well done!

RBinTex · July 10, 2009 4:24AM

Congrats.

Amazingly enough, if one were to read your amazing descriptions and THEN saw the coins there'd be absolutely no surprises. Great writing.

I have a special fond memory of that '13.

ChrisRx · July 10, 2009 5:45AM

Amazing.

MarkJude · July 10, 2009 6:22AM

Wow!

That is a beautiful set! Thanks for sharing!

Mark

ArizonaJack · July 11, 2009 1:34PM

Gorgeous coins, I do believe the 1915 is my fav, I am a big fan of the woodgrainers. The 1915 has just a hint of it, a real looker.

illini420 · July 11, 2009 1:42PM

Very nice set

I like the looks of the '09 and the '15 the best.

mkman123 · July 11, 2009 2:34PM

wow, love the colors!! Amazing collection and glad a nice guy like Renomed owns these.

renomedphys · July 13, 2009 1:57AM

Thanks guys! Been away from the PC this weekend, and it's sure nice to come in on Monday and read the posts. It's really interesting to hear about what coins are whose favorites. Lately, I've been a "colorful coin" guy, preferring coins with vivid toning over those with "garden variety" looks. Personally, I don't think any of these coins is "garaden variety" as I consider them all to be unique in some way. It's just really cool to have coins like the 1909 and the 1915 singled out as favorites by others when my eye always follows the greens and blues and purples. Must be a defect

The truth of the matter is that for years, I've strived for "red" and only recently have begun to cultivate an appreciation for other colors. Regardless, you guys are great, and it's been fun getting to know you all over the past couple of years. Never underestimate the power of the PCGS message boards for the purpose of mental health, as I'll bet most of us don't get too much "collector support" at home.

curly · July 13, 2009 2:31AM

Brother, I'd like to see them in person sometime. We'll meet up somewhere down the road.

scottgardener · July 13, 2009 4:09AM

It's hard to pick a favorite. The contrasting green and magenta of the 1911 appeals to me, but so does the deep blue of 1912 and 1914. But, not a single one of them is dull or unremarkable.

As for support at home, it's nice that I have a spouse who at least tolerates my interest. Given that it's my one expensive habit, and it's packing away items that can offer a return in the long run, she's OK with it and on occasion even encouraging.

AndyMac · July 13, 2009 11:31AM

That is a beautiful set. That Curly is no stooge.

mkman123 · July 13, 2009 12:44PM

the 1910 and 1911 really appeal to me. The colors are just beautiful!

ThePennyLady · July 14, 2009 2:58PM

OMG! Those are some of the most amazing MPL's I've ever seen! I could look at them all day long! And Curly, what can I say - your copper is enjoyed by us all,whether it's through your own set or others' sets .... You both should be so very proud. Personally, I am partial to the 1914 - you know me, I love blue/purple/magenta toned copper.

renomedphys · July 15, 2009 2:48AM

You know, I've been looking at this set a lot lately, and it occurred to me that probably the best name for it is the name I gave it when I got started off. You know, back when my head was filled with tons of absurd ideals that I never imagined could actually come to pass. Well, now I'm feeling pretty good about the set I've built, but after only a few days, I've started to get tired of the too long and overblown name that I had finally assigned to it: "The Chapman "Hallmark of Originality" Collection", and even "The Chapman Collection" started to seem a bit pompous. So, it's back to basics. It's just "Matt's Mattes". And I think that's how it's going to stay.

pennyannie · July 15, 2009 9:34AM

Those have such a nice look to them. Well done.

Duane · July 15, 2009 11:27AM

We're all aware that it often takes more then one person to build a great collection of MPLs, and the Matt-Curly team have truly created a special set that bursts with eye appeal. The OGHs add to the charm and are icing on the cake. Well done.

renomedphys · July 23, 2009 7:33AM

Well, I owe Curly another big debt of gratitude. For a while now I've been finding myself late at night lusting over pictures of his beautiful crusty lustrous 1915. Yeah, I know my old woodgrainer is a favorite to some, but there's just something about that crust, and the circle of green target toning that flips my lid. So there it is. We worked out a deal, and with a little extra pocket change I was able to pry that sucker away. So, it's "so long, Woody" and "hello, target toner!" And make no mistake, the new coin is definitely a better fit for the set. Now, with four Ex. Slattery coins in my set, it's starting to look like a tribute band. What can I say? That Jack sure knows how to pick 'em!

Bcsican · July 23, 2009 10:01AM

Very nice!!! Congratulations....

robec · July 23, 2009 10:03AM

Well that's certainly one way to get Jack's set out of retirement.

Congratulations to both of you.

ThePennyLady · July 23, 2009 10:18AM

Amazing set, Matt, and I'd take that dark non-red looking 1914 off your hands any day!

scottgardener · July 23, 2009 10:26AM

I wonder if they're going to have to expand from RD, RB, and BN to include green, blue, purple, orange, and various combinations? A blue-violet toned cent has got to be more noteworthy than one that's plain dull brown, all other factors being completely equal.

renomedphys · July 23, 2009 10:51AM

<< I wonder if they're going to have to expand from RD, RB, and BN to include green, blue, purple, orange, and various combinations? A blue-violet toned cent has got to be more noteworthy than one that's plain dull brown, all other factors being completely equal. >>

They ARE worth more, but PCGS will probably never make the distinction. In this case, you have to vote with your pocketbook.

renomedphys · July 23, 2009 3:03PM

<< Amazing set, Matt, and I'd take that dark non-red looking 1914 off your hands any day! >>

I suppose you'll be wanting this one too

PR66BN - OGH (CAC)

ThePennyLady · July 24, 2009 6:57AM

<< 

<< Amazing set, Matt, and I'd take that dark non-red looking 1914 off your hands any day! >>

I suppose you'll be wanting this one too

PR66BN - OGH (CAC) >>

YES, PLEASE! So you'll bring this one and the 1914 to the Fremont or Santa Clara shows for me???

renomedphys · July 24, 2009 7:05AM

Well, you know what they say, Charmy... always keep them begging for more! Seriously though, I've seen how you look at these coins. Let's just say that I don't want to tempt fate

ThePennyLady · July 24, 2009 7:36AM

<< Well, you know what they say, Charmy... always keep them begging for more! Seriously though, I've seen how you look at these coins. Let's just say that I don't want to tempt fate

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You just don't want me to make you an offer you couldn't refuse! By the way, my husband says he wishes I'd look at him the way I look at toned copper!

A BIG thanks goes out to Curly... UPDATE!

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