@LanLord said:
1) How long have you been collecting?
Since around 1967 - so I guess about a million years
2) What are you currently collecting?
I I like early Amercian coinage, Bust, Seated, a few Barbers, Standing and Walking Libs. I am interested in old gold, but it's a bit out of my pay grade.
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
Collector for sure, try to be a scholar but many others appear much better at that than I, not really an investor- I've probably only sold 5 or 6 coins.
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
Try to read as many websites as possible, talk with friends when I can, books.
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
I have to limit my interest as too many things seem to catch my interest. Sometimes I see a cool medal or token that catches my eye and need to talk myself out of it. Given a billion dollar lotto, I could go through it pretty fast.
1) Hey, a million years of numismatics sounds great!
2) Do you collect a specific grade, or are you more of a generalist?
I also have to work to not buy things that catch my eye
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@cmerlo1 said:
1) How long have you been collecting? 39 years.
2) What are you currently collecting? Wristwatches, particularly Bulova Accutron and Omega. Ocean liner and airship memorabilia.
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple) Dealer/scholar.
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis? I am the Texas Regional Rep for ANACS- only on weekends.
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING). I specialize in 20th century varieties and Morgan/Peace VAMs. I sell on eBay.
Which kinds of airships?
Zeppelins, particularly the Los Angeles (LZ-126), Graf Zeppelin (LZ-127) and Hindenburg (LZ-129)
Neat!
I used to (sort of still do) collect rigid airship themed postcards and photographs. I have many of the Los Angeles, Graf Zeppelin I&II, and Hindenburg, but the ones I go all out for are the postcards of wartime Zeppelins. They are hard to find.
I also have postcards and photographs of the American airships Shenandoah, Akron, and Macon, as well as the British airships R34, R100, and R101.
@KellenCoin said:
Hey guys!
The topic of this post is rather basic.
I would simply like to learn about you.
I am curious about:
1) How long have you been collecting?
2) What are you currently collecting?
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
1) Started collecting about 18 years ago (with a few breaks till present time) though I was a collector since I was a kid. My most recent "serious phase" has been for the past 5 years or so. The first coin I purchased from a coin dealer was when I was 13 and it was an 1803 large cent.
2) I collect medieval European coins.
My primary focus is British Anglo-Saxon coins, with a subfocus on the coinage of Northumbria (8th-9th century) called stycas. My collection goal is to obtain one coin of each monarch by each moneyer. I am making progress, about 75% complete. When/if finished, it will probably be one of the most comprehensive sets of this particular area outside of museums.
I also collect early British Anglo-Saxon sceattas, and later Anglo-Saxon pennies.
My US interests include bust half dimes and bust half dollars.
3) I am a collector and lack the time and discipline to be a scholar. However I do try to read as much as I can.
4) I am fairly involved, belong to a couple of coin clubs which meet regularly, keep in touch with other collectors, and browse dealer inventories regularly.
5) Not much else here. Given my unusual coin interests, you probably have me profiled as a weirdo, which is not that off the mark.
That is a really cool idea! How many coins would a complete set consists of? I would also love to see some pictures.
There will be 80 coins total, plus some varieties. I have most of mine photographed at ForumAncientCoins:
Have you written any articles about your research?
I have written six articles for the John Reich Journal, and a few other club publications. Interestingly, two of the articles originated from threads of this forum for two new draped bust die marriages that were discovered with the help of this forum.
Also, my sig line is for a book I published in 2015 for Chief Engraver Robert Scot, which clarifies misconceptions about Scot, and documents his enormous number of engravings made throughout the American revolutionary period, including his role in the expansion of illustrated books in America.
Robert Scot: Engraving Liberty - biography of US Mint's first chief engraver
1) Received a Blue Book, a 1802 Large Cent, and a bag of Indian Head pennies from my Grandfather for Christmas in 1957 - Indian Head pennies are long gone but I still have the Blue Book and the 1802 Cent.
2) Switched from coins to paper money in 1979 and currently collect National Bank Notes of New York and South Carolina.
3) Collector.
4) After 30-plus years of climbing the corporate ladder in the IT field, I retired and, for the past 9 years, have worked as a currency cataloger for a major auction house.
5) Treasurer of the Society of Paper Money Collectors, Treasurer of the South Carolina Numismatic Association, Exhibit Co-Chairman of the International Paper Money Show. Involved with my church, Home Owners Association, and Manager of the local Bowling Association. Speaking of bowling, despite being Medicare-eligible, I'm still averaging over 225 and bowled my tenth 300 game last year.
2) What are you currently collecting? -basically coins that gets my notice
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple) -collector/part time dealer
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?-looking for interesting coins in change i get, reading up on coins and being a member on two coins sites
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING)- married for 19 going on 20 yrs, love to hunt fossils and other interesting rocks, open minded to new ideas, non religious and non political
Why do you want to learn about me? Srsly. Why? Need a reason, probably not forthcoming.
I think it's honest curiosity. A social exercise. Part of modern youth culture is sharing in this fashion, to establish familiarity or common ground, friendships, etc.
I can understand the reluctance of some to disclose things, particularly if they hold valuable collections.
If I am correct the OP is a Young Numismatist, and is probably as curious as I am about the hobby, collectors, and interests.
I will admit to being curious about a lot of folks here. There is such a cornucopia of information and coins it's staggering.
I am also bold enough to admit I admire some of the members here, their knowledge and collections seen on this site, and some posters and registry set owners are the Celebrities of my little world.
I have more respect for coin authors and owners than I do for most folks in tabloids and magazines.
This is all just my take, it's not my thread.
Best wishes
Rocco
Why do you want to learn about me? Srsly. Why? Need a reason, probably not forthcoming.
Hello! Thank you for responding. I believe I have seen some of your other posts, and you seem to be a rather counter-proudctive poster here. But let me explain my reasoning for asking. I am a YN and truly enjoy having conversations with various numismatists for various reasons. I created this thread so I could converse with and get to know people i am electronically connected with. I have not asked prying or personal questions, and am simply curious. If you are not wanting to answer my question, that is perfectly fine; but please do not post on this thread then. Thanks!
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Columnist for The Numismatist
2021 Young Numismatist of the Year
Why do you want to learn about me? Srsly. Why? Need a reason, probably not forthcoming.
Hello! Thank you for responding. I believe I have seen some of your other posts, and you seem to be a rather counter-proudctive poster here. But let me explain my reasoning for asking. I am a YN and truly enjoy having conversations with various numismatists for various reasons. I created this thread so I could converse with and get to know people i am electronically connected with. I have not asked prying or personal questions, and am simply curious. If you are not wanting to answer my question, that is perfectly fine; but please do not post on this thread then. Thanks!
Kellen, You are perfectly fine in asking your questions. It is an interesting and fun thread. We should be helping and encouraging YNs, such as yourself, not the opposite. As you have seen, many here have gladly responded to your thread, so please don't be put off by the buffoonery of a few old farts.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
i don't mind answering questions from a young collector i think it helps them understand those in the hobby a bit better and that is what us older collectors need to focus on helping YN's
Good thread Kellen- thanks for asking, and appreciate your interest in numismatics!
1) How long have you been collecting?
I've taken a serious approach to collecting, and learning about numismatic items the past 9 years. However; I initially started back in the early '80's and was a YN of about 7-8 years old when I got my first Whitman album for Jefferson Nickels. All I had at that time was my Dad's advice, a Red Book, and a local B&M that was in walking distance from my house. Many of my Jefferson Nickels I pulled from circulation; but, had to buy a few of the less common- '50-D, '39-D, '38-s, and '38-D from B&M. My Dad collected and was more of a Red Book guy too and didn't go to any shows, etc. Just bought from the same local B&M. I broke away from coins when I was in my early teens and focused on Baseball Cards. I lost enthusiasm for Cards when I was in my early '20's and became more interested in other things...cards were sold for fleeting pursuits. In the mid to late '90's I collected Indian Artifacts up till around 2008. I lost interest in artifacts and sold them to invest in coins and have been at it ever since.
2) What are you currently collecting?
Just about everything- I like Morgan's, Walker's, and Washington's most; but, appreciate all series, and try to get nice examples of anything that might catch my attention.
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
Pure collector.
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
This is a daily pursuit- either on the bay / other online auction sites, BST, B&M's, or, local coin club meetings.
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
Sure! I've worked the past 12 years with individuals that have intellectual, and developmental disabilities. They've taught me as much about life as the contributors here have taught me about coins. I enjoy taking one of my friends to the nearest B&M from time to time to fill out his State Quarter / Park's book. Common ground leads to common pursuits, enjoyment, and mostly, wonderful memories. Sure is a great hobby!
@KellenCoin said:
Hey guys!
The topic of this post is rather basic.
I would simply like to learn about you.
I am curious about:
1) How long have you been collecting?
2) What are you currently collecting?
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
I will answer my own questions.
1) 3-4 years
2) Numismatic literature (specifically from this list: http://wiki.coinbooks.org/index.php/The_One_Hundred_Greatest_Items_Of_United_States_Numismatic_Literature), Sample slabs, and coinage from 1943. I also collect other things casually, but these three are the things I actively seek out. Other things I will buy if I come across them include: Numismatic posters, odd tokens, high denomination world banknotes, and anything that catches my eye.
3) I consider myself a collector and wish to become a scholar.
4) I am frequently corresponding with various numismatists, as well as being active on various numismatic websites (including these forums).
5) I am the librarian and YN Representative for my local coin club. I received third place in the YN Literary Awards contest last year.
1: I collected as a kid then stopped for 30 years started back up a decade ago.
2: Canadian tokens , Coins from canada and a few foreign countries like New Zealand, Australia , France and Great Britain , Circulated US coins all the time but kind of on the back burner.
3: Day to day , I roll search pennies and nickles
4: I collect and fix restore whatever Ford Broncos and Volvos and sell parts and pieces of them on Ebay
I started collecting in 1983 and still have a 1984 price guide from my first year... so 33 years and counting.
I collected Lincoln cents, Mercury dimes, and Buffalo nickels from 1984 to 1994.
I collected Morgan Dollars, especially PL examples, from 1995 to 2001, plus the occasional Type coin.
I moved on to Bust halves and Large cents from 2001-2005.
From 2005 to 2009, I assembled near-complete sets of Bust and Seated half dimes, Bust and Seated quarters, and AU55-MS66 Barber dimes, and began collecting Seated halves.
From 2010 to present, I have been upgrading my business strike Seated coins and accumulating proof Barber and Seated material. I sold most of my Barber dimes except the absolute killer examples of better dates.
2) What are you currently collecting?
My best sets are, in order, Seated Quarters, Seated Half Dimes, Seated Halves. Most of my attention is devoted to improving my Seated quarter holdings and replacing the few remaining cleaned/problem pieces. Still looking for that 1873-CC No Arrows with the metal detector as well.
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
I am a collector, but I really, really do not like to lose money on coins.
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
I generally search for material to buy on the internet due to my remote location on the top of a forlorn, windswept plateau on which early Spanish explorers were savagely beaten by a hailstorm in 1541.
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
Additional hobbies include astrophotography, landscape photography, hiking, rockhounding, metal detecting, and playing the cello (30 years). Please note that under no circumstances can I photograph a coin correctly, despite the other photographic interests listed.
I've been messing with coins since the late 1980's.
I like most US coins and some darkside (world coins)
British and Mexican mostly.
Also like antique silverware.
@2ndCharter said:
1) Received a Blue Book, a 1802 Large Cent, and a bag of Indian Head pennies from my Grandfather for Christmas in 1957 - Indian Head pennies are long gone but I still have the Blue Book and the 1802 Cent.
2) Switched from coins to paper money in 1979 and currently collect National Bank Notes of New York and South Carolina.
3) Collector.
4) After 30-plus years of climbing the corporate ladder in the IT field, I retired and, for the past 9 years, have worked as a currency cataloger for a major auction house.
5) Treasurer of the Society of Paper Money Collectors, Treasurer of the South Carolina Numismatic Association, Exhibit Co-Chairman of the International Paper Money Show. Involved with my church, Home Owners Association, and Manager of the local Bowling Association. Speaking of bowling, despite being Medicare-eligible, I'm still averaging over 225 and bowled my tenth 300 game last year.
Wow, that is an impressive score! Do you bowl often?
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I do like candy U.S. coins. The only drawback is that they're brittle and that makes it difficult to push them into the holes in a coin album. Then, unless you live at the North Pole you have to keep the album in the refrigerator. Otherwise the slides in the album get cloudy from the melted choclate. It's a hassle but it's worth it. I do like candy U.S. coins.
@KellenCoin said:
Hey guys!
The topic of this post is rather basic.
I would simply like to learn about you.
I am curious about:
1) How long have you been collecting?
2) What are you currently collecting?
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
1) On and off for 45+ years (lately mostly off)
2) DOGs in OGHs (Dirty Original Gold, especially in Old Green Holders)
3) 80% Collector 20% WiseGuy
4) Not much in the last few years
5) I have three nipples (ie Scaramanga in The Man with the Golden Gun)
Comments
1) Hey, a million years of numismatics sounds great!
2) Do you collect a specific grade, or are you more of a generalist?
I also have to work to not buy things that catch my eye
CCAC Representative of the General Public
Columnist for The Numismatist
2021 Young Numismatist of the Year
Neat!
I used to (sort of still do) collect rigid airship themed postcards and photographs. I have many of the Los Angeles, Graf Zeppelin I&II, and Hindenburg, but the ones I go all out for are the postcards of wartime Zeppelins. They are hard to find.
I also have postcards and photographs of the American airships Shenandoah, Akron, and Macon, as well as the British airships R34, R100, and R101.
There will be 80 coins total, plus some varieties. I have most of mine photographed at ForumAncientCoins:
http://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=5403
And my other medieval collections:
http://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/index.php?cat=38961
I have written six articles for the John Reich Journal, and a few other club publications. Interestingly, two of the articles originated from threads of this forum for two new draped bust die marriages that were discovered with the help of this forum.
Also, my sig line is for a book I published in 2015 for Chief Engraver Robert Scot, which clarifies misconceptions about Scot, and documents his enormous number of engravings made throughout the American revolutionary period, including his role in the expansion of illustrated books in America.
1) Received a Blue Book, a 1802 Large Cent, and a bag of Indian Head pennies from my Grandfather for Christmas in 1957 - Indian Head pennies are long gone but I still have the Blue Book and the 1802 Cent.
2) Switched from coins to paper money in 1979 and currently collect National Bank Notes of New York and South Carolina.
3) Collector.
4) After 30-plus years of climbing the corporate ladder in the IT field, I retired and, for the past 9 years, have worked as a currency cataloger for a major auction house.
5) Treasurer of the Society of Paper Money Collectors, Treasurer of the South Carolina Numismatic Association, Exhibit Co-Chairman of the International Paper Money Show. Involved with my church, Home Owners Association, and Manager of the local Bowling Association. Speaking of bowling, despite being Medicare-eligible, I'm still averaging over 225 and bowled my tenth 300 game last year.
Member ANA, SPMC, SCNA, FUN, CONECA
Why do you want to learn about me? Srsly. Why? Need a reason, probably not forthcoming.
1) How long have you been collecting?-since 1997
2) What are you currently collecting? -basically coins that gets my notice
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple) -collector/part time dealer
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?-looking for interesting coins in change i get, reading up on coins and being a member on two coins sites
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING)- married for 19 going on 20 yrs, love to hunt fossils and other interesting rocks, open minded to new ideas, non religious and non political
Coins for sale at link below
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipOVMv7FZDb2BvqQnSIUKnelz2nhX9TVEMcKHgHm
I think it's honest curiosity. A social exercise. Part of modern youth culture is sharing in this fashion, to establish familiarity or common ground, friendships, etc.
I can understand the reluctance of some to disclose things, particularly if they hold valuable collections.
If I am correct the OP is a Young Numismatist, and is probably as curious as I am about the hobby, collectors, and interests.
I will admit to being curious about a lot of folks here. There is such a cornucopia of information and coins it's staggering.
I am also bold enough to admit I admire some of the members here, their knowledge and collections seen on this site, and some posters and registry set owners are the Celebrities of my little world.
I have more respect for coin authors and owners than I do for most folks in tabloids and magazines.
This is all just my take, it's not my thread.
Best wishes
Rocco
http://www.pcgs.com/SetRegistry/publishedset.aspx?s=142753
https://www.autismforums.com/media/albums/acrylic-colors-by-rocco.291/
Hello! Thank you for responding. I believe I have seen some of your other posts, and you seem to be a rather counter-proudctive poster here. But let me explain my reasoning for asking. I am a YN and truly enjoy having conversations with various numismatists for various reasons. I created this thread so I could converse with and get to know people i am electronically connected with. I have not asked prying or personal questions, and am simply curious. If you are not wanting to answer my question, that is perfectly fine; but please do not post on this thread then. Thanks!
CCAC Representative of the General Public
Columnist for The Numismatist
2021 Young Numismatist of the Year
If you are not wanting to answer my question, that is perfectly fine; but please do not post on this thread then. Thanks!
Count me out.
Kellen, You are perfectly fine in asking your questions. It is an interesting and fun thread. We should be helping and encouraging YNs, such as yourself, not the opposite. As you have seen, many here have gladly responded to your thread, so please don't be put off by the buffoonery of a few old farts.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
i don't mind answering questions from a young collector i think it helps them understand those in the hobby a bit better and that is what us older collectors need to focus on helping YN's
Coins for sale at link below
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipOVMv7FZDb2BvqQnSIUKnelz2nhX9TVEMcKHgHm
Good thread Kellen- thanks for asking, and appreciate your interest in numismatics!
1) How long have you been collecting?
In the mid to late '90's I collected Indian Artifacts up till around 2008. I lost interest in artifacts and sold them to invest in coins and have been at it ever since.
I've taken a serious approach to collecting, and learning about numismatic items the past 9 years. However; I initially started back in the early '80's and was a YN of about 7-8 years old when I got my first Whitman album for Jefferson Nickels. All I had at that time was my Dad's advice, a Red Book, and a local B&M that was in walking distance from my house. Many of my Jefferson Nickels I pulled from circulation; but, had to buy a few of the less common- '50-D, '39-D, '38-s, and '38-D from B&M. My Dad collected and was more of a Red Book guy too and didn't go to any shows, etc. Just bought from the same local B&M. I broke away from coins when I was in my early teens and focused on Baseball Cards. I lost enthusiasm for Cards when I was in my early '20's and became more interested in other things...cards were sold for fleeting pursuits.
2) What are you currently collecting?
Just about everything- I like Morgan's, Walker's, and Washington's most; but, appreciate all series, and try to get nice examples of anything that might catch my attention.
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
Pure collector.
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
This is a daily pursuit- either on the bay / other online auction sites, BST, B&M's, or, local coin club meetings.
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
Sure! I've worked the past 12 years with individuals that have intellectual, and developmental disabilities. They've taught me as much about life as the contributors here have taught me about coins. I enjoy taking one of my friends to the nearest B&M from time to time to fill out his State Quarter / Park's book. Common ground leads to common pursuits, enjoyment, and mostly, wonderful memories. Sure is a great hobby!
1: I collected as a kid then stopped for 30 years started back up a decade ago.
2: Canadian tokens , Coins from canada and a few foreign countries like New Zealand, Australia , France and Great Britain , Circulated US coins all the time but kind of on the back burner.
3: Day to day , I roll search pennies and nickles
4: I collect and fix restore whatever Ford Broncos and Volvos and sell parts and pieces of them on Ebay
1) How long have you been collecting?
I started collecting in 1983 and still have a 1984 price guide from my first year... so 33 years and counting.
I collected Lincoln cents, Mercury dimes, and Buffalo nickels from 1984 to 1994.
I collected Morgan Dollars, especially PL examples, from 1995 to 2001, plus the occasional Type coin.
I moved on to Bust halves and Large cents from 2001-2005.
From 2005 to 2009, I assembled near-complete sets of Bust and Seated half dimes, Bust and Seated quarters, and AU55-MS66 Barber dimes, and began collecting Seated halves.
From 2010 to present, I have been upgrading my business strike Seated coins and accumulating proof Barber and Seated material. I sold most of my Barber dimes except the absolute killer examples of better dates.
2) What are you currently collecting?
My best sets are, in order, Seated Quarters, Seated Half Dimes, Seated Halves. Most of my attention is devoted to improving my Seated quarter holdings and replacing the few remaining cleaned/problem pieces. Still looking for that 1873-CC No Arrows with the metal detector as well.
3) Do you consider yourself an investor, collector, scholar, dealer, etc? (You can be multiple)
I am a collector, but I really, really do not like to lose money on coins.
4) How are you involved in numismatics on a day-to-day basis?
I generally search for material to buy on the internet due to my remote location on the top of a forlorn, windswept plateau on which early Spanish explorers were savagely beaten by a hailstorm in 1541.
5) Any additional information about you (this can be ANYTHING).
Additional hobbies include astrophotography, landscape photography, hiking, rockhounding, metal detecting, and playing the cello (30 years). Please note that under no circumstances can I photograph a coin correctly, despite the other photographic interests listed.
I've been messing with coins since the late 1980's.
I like most US coins and some darkside (world coins)
British and Mexican mostly.
Also like antique silverware.
My YouTube Channel
The premise in the OPs title is it's about you
youtube, Kellen Coin, "IAll about me."
Crazy data mining, Fill out the form.
Wow, that is an impressive score! Do you bowl often?
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Columnist for The Numismatist
2021 Young Numismatist of the Year
I'm glad you get it epcjimi1. It all seems rather obvious but....oh well.
Asking people what they collect and for how long they have been involved in collecting is not exactly opening the floodgates on sharing personal data.
Very interesting thread... Lots of different interests and focus.. Cheers, RickO
do you like candy us coins
I do like candy U.S. coins. The only drawback is that they're brittle and that makes it difficult to push them into the holes in a coin album. Then, unless you live at the North Pole you have to keep the album in the refrigerator. Otherwise the slides in the album get cloudy from the melted choclate. It's a hassle but it's worth it. I do like candy U.S. coins.
OCD
1) On and off for 45+ years (lately mostly off)
2) DOGs in OGHs (Dirty Original Gold, especially in Old Green Holders)
3) 80% Collector 20% WiseGuy
4) Not much in the last few years
5) I have three nipples (ie Scaramanga in The Man with the Golden Gun)
Off centered dime? What's that have do with anything?