Long time listener, first time caller
monney00
Posts: 4
Hello all.
New collector here, started about 12 months ago after surviving a brutal car accident. Have some nerve damage in my hand and arm from the wreck which affects my fine motor skills. Thus I wanted to collect something that wouldn't require me to stare through a magnifying glass for hours just to see a barely legible date. I have learned a lot from perusing the forum, and figured I should jump in.
Like I said, I am new to this. So if I ask a stupid question, please be patient.
I don't have much to write home about, but I figured I would post some of my notes.
New collector here, started about 12 months ago after surviving a brutal car accident. Have some nerve damage in my hand and arm from the wreck which affects my fine motor skills. Thus I wanted to collect something that wouldn't require me to stare through a magnifying glass for hours just to see a barely legible date. I have learned a lot from perusing the forum, and figured I should jump in.
Like I said, I am new to this. So if I ask a stupid question, please be patient.
I don't have much to write home about, but I figured I would post some of my notes.
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sorry to hear about the car wreck... glad you're back in action
That said you are lightyears ahead of me on this forum because you have a nice collection and can post photos of them. I still cannot get the hang of how this is done, I mean posting the photos. I have an Apple computer.
Again, welcome!
Feel free to ask any questions!
Jim
Collector of US Small Size currency, Atlanta FRNs, and Georgia nationals since 1977. Researcher of small size US type - seeking serial number data for all FRN star notes, Series 1928 to 1934-D. Life member SPMC.
Thanks for introducing yourself, and welcome. I see you have concentrated on U.S. Federal issues, a very noble arena I must say. You've proceeded to purchase a nice representation of different Types and sizes. Once you stop dating around and playing the field, which Types do you seem to favor and settle down with, i.e. Large Size, Small Size brown seals, blue seals, green seals, etc., etc.? I noticed your denomination set of 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Notes and like that. Great collector area. How and where have you been buying your notes?
Again, welcome!
I have been kind of grabbing anything that caught my eye. Now that I have a number of notes, I definitely like the small size brown seal currency and anything else that is "weird". Hawaii notes, N. Africa notes, stars, etc.
I am focusing on small size for now, as large size notes seem prohibitively expensive for the condition I would like. I also like to get at least one note of each FRN small size denomination design. I find it interesting to see the minor (and major) changes that occurred to the currency through the years.
As far as where I purchase, I have dabbled in eBay, but got burned a couple times with questionable photos hiding suspect condition and by my own naivety to the market. Definitely have overpaid for things that I thought were much more rare than they actually are. Otherwise I have perused local pawn shops and estate sales for notes. Still looking for somewhere easy online that I can view and buy.
dont bail on ebay
5$ bills are WOW with the numbers - wanted:
02121809
04151865
Wanted - Flipper notes with the numbers 6-9 or 0-6-9 ON 1$ 2$ 5$ 10$ 20$
Wanted - 10$ Sereis 2013 - fancy Serial Numbers
http://www.depressionscrip.com
Always looking for more depression scrip -- PM me if you have any for sale or trade
If you have any questions about paper money, I will be glad to answer them.
Best wishes.
I too like that you have put together a complete denomination as well as district set of FRBNs. FRBNs are very interesting both as a series and their place in history. While buying only PCGS or PMG graded notes will help avoid getting burned on overgraded or doctored material, buying some raw notes will help you hone your own grading skills. Ebay is a great venue for buying notes, but unless you know the reputation of the dealer (and there are several notorious note doctors and over-graders that sell raw notes on eBay with perfect feedback ratings), best to stick with PCGS or PMG notes (or low value - low premium over face raw notes) when buying over the Internet.
Coin shops can often be a good place to find notes, but you should have a very good knowledge of what you are buying and how to grade.
As SmallSizedGuy said, if you have any questions, you will likely get a friendly and knowledgeable response here.
There are a lot of people here that know a lot about specific areas and are willing to help with any questions. Remember, the only stupid question is the one that is not asked. Please feel free to ask away. We all were beginners at one time or another.
Jim61
Looking for $1 CU FRN radar 16566561 - NOT ANY MORE, THANK YOU delistamps and TheRock!
Looking for $1 CU FRN radar 16977961.
Looking for $1 CU FRN 99999961 - NOT ANY MORE, THANK YOU delistamps!
Looking for $50 FRN 00000061
There are a lot of knowledgeable people on this forum who will help and advise you. All you have to do is ask.
collect fractionals!!
BTW...are you a Bob and Tom listener? That "Long time listner, first time caller" headline for this thread is straight out of Mr. Obvious.
Collecting small-size star notes.
Mishawaka, IN
Glad you are here! Great variety of notes in your initial post.
BTW...are you a Bob and Tom listener? That "Long time listner, first time caller" headline for this thread is straight out of Mr. Obvious.
+1 I was thinking the same thing... There are a bunch of Mr. Obvious clips on youtube.
http://www.depressionscrip.com
Always looking for more depression scrip -- PM me if you have any for sale or trade
Data collection: serial number data of scarce notes in the 1928 to 1963 era - radars, repeaters, scarce stars, mules, and other scarce or rare notes in all types or series & large size 8 digit radars or repeaters
My email is: HHICL@aol.com
And yes, big bob and Tom fan when I was growing up.
Welcome to the forum! This site is a great source of information on the world of currency. The knowledge base here is incredible, and there are no stupid questions. The best advice I can give someone new to the hobby -start out with small purchases, and enjoy the hobby while you gain the knowledge.
I hope that your recovery is going well.
take care,
Kevin
https://forums.collectors.com/...che=5710988&entercat=y
...As far as where I purchase, I have dabbled in eBay, but got burned a couple times with questionable photos hiding suspect condition and by my own naivety to the market. Definitely have overpaid for things that I thought were much more rare than they actually are. Otherwise I have perused local pawn shops and estate sales for notes. Still looking for somewhere easy online that I can view and buy.
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Thanks!
Although pointed out that the collection is varied, that is one of the fun parts, having a collection of varieties!