<< <i>Novelty rounds..... attracts a segment of collectors.... Cheers, RickO >>
They may be "novelty" items, but at least they aren't marked up much over spot price (unlike the "novelties" of another private minter who shall remain nameless )...
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<< <i>just another way to part suckers with their cash >>
Huh? If I want to buy one of these then I will and I don't consider myself a sucker. I've even ordered some to give out to fellow WD Fans who will, without doubt, really appreciate them.
Maybe, just maybe, even start showing an interest in smart little designs minted onto hunks of otherwise drab metal objects............Sheesh!
I decided to change calling the bathroom the John and renamed it the Jim. I feel so much better saying I went to the Jim this morning.
<< <i>Novelty rounds..... attracts a segment of collectors.... Cheers, RickO >>
They may be "novelty" items, but at least they aren't marked up much over spot price (unlike the "novelties" of another private minter who shall remain nameless )... >>
You talkin 'bout the US Mint?
I decided to change calling the bathroom the John and renamed it the Jim. I feel so much better saying I went to the Jim this morning.
<< <i>just another way to part suckers with their cash >>
They are sold as silver rounds with a small markup over silver melt value which makes them a decent deal for those who are interested in buying silver bullion. Now, what you said is very applicable to most US Mint offerings and most so called rare coins being retailed by coin dealers.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>A litmus test for bad taste and poor judgement.
Those who pass on such offerings "pass" the test. >>
Nothing like passing judgement on people you've never met based on them buying a hunk of silver with a design you don't like on it.
Keep it classy. >>
Actually, I bought the Copper Rounds at $1.74 each which, in actuality, is fairly cheap. The Silver Round was only $19.93, contains an ounce of silver and is a bit cheaper than a Silver Eagle which has the same design year in and year out. But then, I didn't purchase these as Numismatic collectibles. I purchased them because I simply wanted them. Kinda like that Big Mac I bought last week? I wanted it.
Or maybe my 55/55 Lincoln. I wanted it (and lost a little money on it I might add).
That's what I get for letting the masses decide what I should or should not buy! It's my money, my life and I buy what I like and want regardless of what other may "think". Because you see, I'm not THAT much of a Zombie.
I decided to change calling the bathroom the John and renamed it the Jim. I feel so much better saying I went to the Jim this morning.
The flip on SBSS was two years ago, even then, ya had to sell six on ebay to get to keep a free one. Looked at my two remaining SBSS bullion today in the deposit box while searching for other stuff. My .02
<< <i>It's my money, my life and I buy what I like and want regardless of what other may "think". Because you see, I'm not THAT much of a Zombie. >>
Good one.
<< <i>just another way to part suckers with their cash >>
The only "suckers" are the ones who don't think for themselves and blindly let someone else decide for them what they should buy.
<< <i>They may be "novelty" items, but at least they aren't marked up much over spot price (unlike the "novelties" of another private minter who shall remain nameless )... >>
Well, yes, I do have higher markups. But I've never minted more than about 2,000 of anything. The "Zombucks" have mintages that are 20 to 60 times more than my highest production.
I think I will double up on my usual order of (5) coins this time and do some Taco Bell Napkin wrap in the window and see how they tone up after a year or so?
Walker Proof Digital Album Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
<< <i>Embarrassing for numismatics that these exist >>
This. >>
Do you feel the same way about vintage Trade Dollars which have been carved into "potty" dollars (which are highly-valued by some) ? Do you hold in disdain your fellow collectors who buy or like these "Zombucks" ?
A person is free to like to dislike anything. Personally, I'm not crazy about these. But I don't entirely dislike them either. I can see why somebody would buy them as novelty silver rounds.
I for one do not feel that I have the right or the duty to dictate what other people should collect.
<< <i>Different strokes for different folks.....But I like them. >>
Agree. They're not for me since I'm not a fan of zombie TV shows and movies but I must admit the art work and execution are really top notch.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
Everyone NEEDS these When the zombies rise and the apocalypse begins, your money won't be any good. Without a huge supply of these, you'll just be at the mercy of zombies - and nobody wants that.
I dig them, gives my silver art round and art bar collection some variety from the common refiner, politics, famous people, animals, etc. and I predict they will be future classics.
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<< <i>Slayed
Starving Liberty
Dying Eagle >>
Thanks for the link.
Gotta be prepared.........
The name is LEE!
1997-present
<< <i>Novelty rounds..... attracts a segment of collectors.... Cheers, RickO >>
They may be "novelty" items, but at least they aren't marked up much over spot price (unlike the "novelties" of another private minter who shall remain nameless
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<< <i>just another way to part suckers with their cash >>
Huh? If I want to buy one of these then I will and I don't consider myself a sucker. I've even ordered some to give out to fellow WD Fans who will, without doubt, really appreciate them.
Maybe, just maybe, even start showing an interest in smart little designs minted onto hunks of otherwise drab metal objects............Sheesh!
The name is LEE!
<< <i>
<< <i>Novelty rounds..... attracts a segment of collectors.... Cheers, RickO >>
They may be "novelty" items, but at least they aren't marked up much over spot price (unlike the "novelties" of another private minter who shall remain nameless
You talkin 'bout the US Mint?
The name is LEE!
Those who pass on such offerings "pass" the test.
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/gold/liberty-head-2-1-gold-major-sets/liberty-head-2-1-gold-basic-set-circulation-strikes-1840-1907-cac/alltimeset/268163
<< <i>just another way to part suckers with their cash >>
They are sold as silver rounds with a small markup over silver melt value which makes them a decent deal for those who are interested in buying silver bullion. Now, what you said is very applicable to most US Mint offerings and most so called rare coins being retailed by coin dealers.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
How is this one doin ? Same bunch right?
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<< <i>A litmus test for bad taste and poor judgement.
Those who pass on such offerings "pass" the test. >>
Nothing like passing judgement on people you've never met based on them buying a hunk of silver with a design you don't like on it.
Keep it classy. >>
Actually, I bought the Copper Rounds at $1.74 each which, in actuality, is fairly cheap. The Silver Round was only $19.93, contains an ounce of silver and is a bit cheaper than a Silver Eagle which has the same design year in and year out. But then, I didn't purchase these as Numismatic collectibles. I purchased them because I simply wanted them. Kinda like that Big Mac I bought last week? I wanted it.
Or maybe my 55/55 Lincoln. I wanted it (and lost a little money on it I might add).
That's what I get for letting the masses decide what I should or should not buy! It's my money, my life and I buy what I like and want regardless of what other may "think".
Because you see, I'm not THAT much of a Zombie.
The name is LEE!
<< <i>How is this one doin ? Same bunch right?
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This coin is not a Zombuck,,,,,,,,, similiar theme but not in The Zombuck Series.
GrandAm
Not a bad trinket for a buck 69.
The name is LEE!
<< <i>It's my money, my life and I buy what I like and want regardless of what other may "think".
Because you see, I'm not THAT much of a Zombie.
Good one.
<< <i>just another way to part suckers with their cash >>
The only "suckers" are the ones who don't think for themselves and blindly let someone else decide for them what they should buy.
<< <i>They may be "novelty" items, but at least they aren't marked up much over spot price (unlike the "novelties" of another private minter who shall remain nameless )... >>
Well, yes, I do have higher markups. But I've never minted more than about 2,000 of anything. The "Zombucks" have mintages that are 20 to 60 times more than my highest production.
<< <i>just another way to part suckers with their cash >>
I just bought two.
What have I then become?
<< <i>
<< <i>A litmus test for bad taste and poor judgement.
Those who pass on such offerings "pass" the test. >>
Nothing like passing judgement on people you've never met based on them buying a hunk of silver with a design you don't like on it.
This.
(l8-)>>
1997-present
I like this one the best so far,,,,,
GrandAm
GrandAm
I'd like it a lot with a longer blade
Liberty: Parent of Science & Industry
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<< <i>Embarrassing for numismatics that these exist >>
Wow...I hadn't realized your clout.
mbogoman
https://pcgs.com/setregistry/collectors-showcase/classic-issues-colonials-through-1964/zambezi-collection-trade-dollars/7345Asesabi Lutho
--Severian the Lame
<< <i>Slayed
Dang! I saw this thread and was just about to order the "Starving" and then realized that I already had ordered them.
I'm looking forward to "SLAYED" !
The name is LEE!
<< <i>Embarrassing for numismatics that these exist >>
This.
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/gold/liberty-head-2-1-gold-major-sets/liberty-head-2-1-gold-basic-set-circulation-strikes-1840-1907-cac/alltimeset/268163
these continue in that vein.
<< <i>There's a long tradition of satire and sociopolitical commentary in medallic art. I would say
these continue in that vein. >>
Ya mean like this one:
Or this one:
From THIS THREAD?
The name is LEE!
Mark
Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
Charles III Album
Charles III Portrait Set
Charles IV Album
Charles IV Portrait Set
Spanish Colonial Pillar Set
GrandAm
<< <i>
<< <i>Embarrassing for numismatics that these exist >>
This. >>
Do you feel the same way about vintage Trade Dollars which have been carved into "potty" dollars (which are highly-valued by some) ?
Do you hold in disdain your fellow collectors who buy or like these "Zombucks" ?
A person is free to like to dislike anything. Personally, I'm not crazy about these. But I don't entirely dislike them either. I can see why somebody would buy them as novelty silver rounds.
I for one do not feel that I have the right or the duty to dictate what other people should collect.
<< <i>Different strokes for different folks.....But I like them. >>
Agree. They're not for me since I'm not a fan of zombie TV shows and movies but I must admit the art work and execution are really top notch.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>Just placed my order, anxious to see these in-hand
GrandAm
Likewise...thanks for the heads-up. Similar to the SBSS bullion rounds (Silver Bullet Silver Shield)
If there is a place in someone's collection for these, hey, wonderful and fun for them, that's great
Liberty: Parent of Science & Industry
(l8-)>>
When the zombies rise and the apocalypse begins, your money won't be any good.
Without a huge supply of these, you'll just be at the mercy of zombies - and nobody wants that.
The freedom to produce whimsical stuff that nobody really needs is alive and well in the USA.