I like the coin very much. John Lennon was to music, cultural change, and philosophy that Edison was to practical inventions. Like him personally or not he definately deserves this honor that this commemorative
represents. I only hope the rest of the fab four are so honored in the future....that would be an awsome set to own, imho
I love the coin! I wish I had gotten two now, since both of my teenagers want it. Pop culture? Maybe? But it's my history, and a big chunk of my life. To those on this forum that made me aware of its sale date...a big THANKS! It's kind of amazing when you think about it, my guess is most of us are not youngsters anymore and yet John Lennon still strikes an emotional chord. I agree with all the Britons that voted him on the coin, it is a deserved honor. Maybe I'll order two of the nickel clad ones for my kids for Christmas--but the silver one is mine.
I like the coin's concept and overall design but, like Ricko, am disappointed with the portrait. Very peculiar looking and not worthy of good 'ole John.
This will be a great coin for flipping...Heads on both sides. John Lennon and the Queen. Now if Sir Elton John is every honored the outcome of any flip would be Queens...
I just received my four yesterday. Many thanks to whoever posted the release. I ordered on Sunday, November 7th and was quite surprised that I got them considering that there were reports of them selling out in 7 days. I'm sure if they were numbered they'd be #'s 4997,98,99 and 5000...
Watch for them in about 20 years when my son puts them on Ebay...
<< <i>I like the coin's concept and overall design but, like Ricko, am disappointed with the portrait. Very peculiar looking and not worthy of good 'ole John. >>
Thats what put me off it too , although a family member has bought me one i wont be flipping it as so many others seem to have set out to do which is a shame for those who really wanted one.
<< <i>I don't like pop culture mixed with coins. I think I dislike this coin even more than the Princess Diana crown from 1999. >>
I would agree and disagree. I agree with that statement on principle (I wouldn't want to see Hello Kitty half dollars or Seinfeld quarters), but I would also argue that John Lennon definitely belongs on a coin for his contributions to music and culture. It doesn't hurt that he's dead, either- "martyred", in some people's minds. I for one liked the also-dead George Harrison better, but John was definitely the creative powerhouse.
The Beatles have gotten far enough in the past to have transcended mere pop culture and have become part of the "classical music" of the future, in a way. Even if you don't like 'em, you have to admit their impact was enormous. And I for one would say that even after you wash all the schlock of pop culture away, they've still got an eminently respectable artistic legacy.
What's the difference between this and the USA putting Duke Ellington on a quarter?
Once upon a time, Shakespeare, Bach, Beethoven, and Edgar Allen Poe were "pop culture".
One has to wonder what John and the Queen think about sharing the same coin with one another, as if they were shoved into the back seat of a taxi. I can imagine him gently poking fun at her while she scowls.
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Welcome aboard!
Lance.
Lance.
<< <i>I don't like pop culture mixed with coins. I think I dislike this coin even more than the Princess Diana crown from 1999. >>
I'm sure you're not alone. Perhaps this is better said in another thread?
Lance.
represents. I only hope the rest of the fab four are so honored in the future....that would be an awsome set to own, imho
<< <i>I don't like pop culture mixed with coins. I think I dislike this coin even more than the Princess Diana crown from 1999. >>
..........................this coin is liked , oh Lordy yes , it is loved
John is still giving us his love after all these years.
<< <i>I opened mine up and after my first look fell in absolute love with it.
John is still giving us his love after all these years. >>
Well said (for a Cheesehead)!
60 years into this hobby and I'm still working on my Lincoln set!
"This is a sing-along. Those of you in the cheap seats - clap your hands. You in the expensive seats up front - just rattle your jewelry."
I knew it would happen.
There were four Beatles.
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Lance.
I had to check which forum I was on...
another Thread for a Dark Side coin
...on the US Coin Forum.
Nice coin - but it doesn't belong here.
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I knew it would happen.
if that is how you feel , and publicly state as such ; then you are compelled to contact a moderator to have this thread removed
...........otherwise , your comment is useless and frivolous : as it is here - now isn't it
I just received my four yesterday. Many thanks to whoever posted the release. I ordered on Sunday, November 7th and was quite surprised that I got them considering that there were reports of them selling out in 7 days. I'm sure if they were numbered they'd be #'s 4997,98,99 and 5000...
Watch for them in about 20 years when my son puts them on Ebay...
Thanks again for the post!!
KP
<< <i>I like the coin's concept and overall design but, like Ricko, am disappointed with the portrait. Very peculiar looking and not worthy of good 'ole John. >>
Thats what put me off it too , although a family member has bought me one i wont be flipping it as so many others seem to have set out to do which is a shame for those who really wanted one.
<< <i>I don't like pop culture mixed with coins. I think I dislike this coin even more than the Princess Diana crown from 1999. >>
I would agree and disagree. I agree with that statement on principle (I wouldn't want to see Hello Kitty half dollars or Seinfeld quarters), but I would also argue that John Lennon definitely belongs on a coin for his contributions to music and culture. It doesn't hurt that he's dead, either- "martyred", in some people's minds. I for one liked the also-dead George Harrison better, but John was definitely the creative powerhouse.
The Beatles have gotten far enough in the past to have transcended mere pop culture and have become part of the "classical music" of the future, in a way. Even if you don't like 'em, you have to admit their impact was enormous. And I for one would say that even after you wash all the schlock of pop culture away, they've still got an eminently respectable artistic legacy.
What's the difference between this and the USA putting Duke Ellington on a quarter?
Once upon a time, Shakespeare, Bach, Beethoven, and Edgar Allen Poe were "pop culture".
<< <i>They both look so dour. >>
One has to wonder what John and the Queen think about sharing the same coin with one another, as if they were shoved into the back seat of a taxi. I can imagine him gently poking fun at her while she scowls.