He was always a really nice and caring person on the boards and he always seemed to add a lot to the conversation. He was also working on one heck of a type set if I recall.
"I'll split the atom! I am the fifth dimension! I am the eighth wonder of the world!" -Gef the talking mongoose.
Bear is such a nice guy and I'm sorry he's ill. I've teased him mercilessly over his posting style (how he double-spaces remains a complete mystery) to me, but he's kind spirited and an asset to the hobby.
Remembering bear 9 years later. Lot's of good humor in the ole grizzly and I miss his light touch here on the board sharing his gems acquired late in life. RIP bear!
Seated Half Society member #38 "Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
I recall a PM exchange between bear and myself after we met at a coin show and he "reminded" me his PCGS title has a small "b" and not a capitalized "B".
He was as detailed and specific in his everyday life as he was the coins he collected.
I remember Abe (aka Bear) fondly. We had lots of interesting conversations and PMs. I also won't forget what some well-known dealers did (or tried to do) to him during his last year. At one point, Coinsarefun posted his final set of coins, purchased for his family, on her web site. That is a set worth reviewing and possibly learning a lesson or two from.
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RMR: 'Wer, wenn ich schriee, hörte mich denn aus der Engel Ordnungen?'
@Sonorandesertrat said:
I remember Abe (aka Bear) fondly. We had lots of interesting conversations and PMs. I also won't forget what some well-known dealers did (or tried to do) to him during his last year. At one point, Coinsarefun posted his final set of coins, purchased for his family, on her web site. That is a set worth reviewing and possibly learning a lesson or two from.
I never knew there were issues with the coins. Sorry to hear what happened.
There were issues with some coins that he purchased. What is on her website does not include those coins.
I think the lesson many of us learned was how “investing” in coins for one’s heirs has pitfalls ,
Per my calculations, approximately $221,000.00 was spent on the linked coins. If that money had been put into, say, VTSAX on 7/18/2011, it would be $662,403.00 today.
No way coins touch that. Do not invest in coins.
"It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."
The days of Coinalot was a special time on the forum. Bear had a way of bringing members and forum history into a great story. Fun times that gave us something to laugh at. I don't see that much any more.
I remember bear as a really kind man that loved this hobby.
There were issues with some coins that he purchased. What is on her website does not include those coins.
I think the lesson many of us learned was how “investing” in coins for one’s heirs has pitfalls ,
Per my calculations, approximately $221,000.00 was spent on the linked coins. If that money had been put into, say, VTSAX on 7/18/2011, it would be $662,403.00 today.
No way coins touch that. Do not invest in coins.
Certainly agree, but however misguided his purpose, it did bring him joy during his final days.
Seated Half Society member #38 "Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
I was lucky enough to win one of his coins at auction when they were dispersed. The Oregon is one that will always stay with me. bear was a kind soul. Perhaps making a legacy collection was a financial mistake, but collecting brought him joy, as it does for many of us.
those that wonder, that bear and balloons was his orig emoji signature from day one - a true bear of a man, and what an asset to the forum from early on.
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and caring person on the boards
and he always seemed to add a
lot to the conversation. He was also
working on one heck of a type set
if I recall.
Remembering bear 9 years later. Lot's of good humor in the ole grizzly and I miss his light touch here on the board sharing his gems acquired late in life. RIP bear!
"Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
I never had the pleasure of interacting with him.
He passed very soon after I joined here.
But, he was one of the most admired and revered members from all indications.
A true legend. A gentleman and scholar.
May he RIP.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
Great transactions with oih82w8, JasonGaming, Moose1913.
Best wishes Bear ... I too enjoyed your posts.
I recall a PM exchange between bear and myself after we met at a coin show and he "reminded" me his PCGS title has a small "b" and not a capitalized "B".
He was as detailed and specific in his everyday life as he was the coins he collected.
peacockcoins
I remember Abe (aka Bear) fondly. We had lots of interesting conversations and PMs. I also won't forget what some well-known dealers did (or tried to do) to him during his last year. At one point, Coinsarefun posted his final set of coins, purchased for his family, on her web site. That is a set worth reviewing and possibly learning a lesson or two from.
RMR: 'Wer, wenn ich schriee, hörte mich denn aus der Engel Ordnungen?'
CJ: 'No one!' [Ain't no angels in the coin biz]
I miss him. He was a great poster on the forums.
Too many members are no longer with us.
I never knew there were issues with the coins. Sorry to hear what happened.
Anyone have a link to the specific page?
http://www.coinsarefun.com/
http://www.coinsarefun.com/forums/index.php?topic=1015.0
There were issues with some coins that he purchased. What is on her website does not include those coins.
RMR: 'Wer, wenn ich schriee, hörte mich denn aus der Engel Ordnungen?'
CJ: 'No one!' [Ain't no angels in the coin biz]
Best Bear Wishes!
Bear's Coinalot posts had some great one-liners.
RMR: 'Wer, wenn ich schriee, hörte mich denn aus der Engel Ordnungen?'
CJ: 'No one!' [Ain't no angels in the coin biz]
Ah, the old days of Coinalot. I wonder if Clankeye will ever post again?
I think the lesson many of us learned was how “investing” in coins for one’s heirs has pitfalls ,
This on had me going until I read the time stamp...... wise old bear, should have invested in jelly donuts
Bear as well as Russ miss their post
https://youtube.com/watch?v=VFI0K5FMMqE
Per my calculations, approximately $221,000.00 was spent on the linked coins. If that money had been put into, say, VTSAX on 7/18/2011, it would be $662,403.00 today.
No way coins touch that. Do not invest in coins.
"It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."
Bear was a great forum member.... His tales of Coinalot are legend in themselves.... Great guy, I miss him. Cheers, RickO
The days of Coinalot was a special time on the forum. Bear had a way of bringing members and forum history into a great story. Fun times that gave us something to laugh at. I don't see that much any more.
I remember bear as a really kind man that loved this hobby.
I thought Bear passed away a few years ago but I hope I am wrong on that.
That is correct.
RIP Bear.
I thought so. RIP Bear.
Certainly agree, but however misguided his purpose, it did bring him joy during his final days.
"Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
Yes, I always looked forward to his posts.
Were his coins auctioned within a couple years of bear’s passing ?
I give away money. I collect money.
I don’t love money . I do love the Lord God.
I think he sold most of them when he got sick and did not have much left. He wanted to make sure his wife was taken care of when he died.
I was lucky enough to win one of his coins at auction when they were dispersed. The Oregon is one that will always stay with me. bear was a kind soul. Perhaps making a legacy collection was a financial mistake, but collecting brought him joy, as it does for many of us.
those that wonder, that bear and balloons was his orig emoji signature from day one - a true bear of a man, and what an asset to the forum from early on.